Arts Organizations
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National Endowment for the
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"The National Endowment for the Arts is a public agency
dedicated to supporting excellence in the arts, both new and
established; bringing the arts to all Americans; and providing
leadership in arts education. Established by Congress in 1965 as an
independent agency of the federal government, the Endowment is the
nation's largest annual funder of the arts, bringing great art to all 50
states, including rural areas, inner cities, and military bases." |
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Maryland State Arts Council |
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"The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) is an agency of
the State of Maryland, under the authority of the Department of Business
and Economic Development, Division of Tourism, Film and the Arts. Since
it was established in 1967, the purpose of the Council has been 'to
create a nurturing climate for the arts in the State' as stated in its
founding legislation." |
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"The mission of the MSAC is to encourage and invest in
the advancement of the arts for the people of our State. The goals of
the Council are to support artists and arts organizations in their
pursuit of artistic excellence, to ensure the accessibility of the arts
to all citizens, and to promote statewide awareness of arts resources
and opportunities." |
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"To carry out its mission, the MSAC awards grants to not-for-profit,
tax-exempt organizations for ongoing arts programming and arts projects.
The MSAC awards grants to individual artists, and provides technical and
advisory assistance to individuals and groups. The Council also carries
out programs of its own to enhance the cultural life of the residents of
Maryland. The MSAC receives its funds in an annual appropriation from
the State of Maryland and from grants from the National Endowment for
the Arts, a federal agency. The Council may also receive contributions
from private, non-governmental sources." |
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Governor Officially Announces FY 2007 Budget. To see how it affects the
arts... click here! |
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Americans
for the Arts |
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"Americans for the Arts is the nation's leading nonprofit
organization for advancing the arts in America. With more than 40 years
of service, we are dedicated to representing and serving local
communities and creating opportunities for every American to participate
in and appreciate all forms of the arts." |
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Maryland Citizens for the Arts |
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"Maryland Citizens for the Arts, Inc. (MCA) represents
Maryland artists and arts organizations of all disciplines. Its
principle mission is to promote adequate funding for the Maryland State
Arts Council and to advocate for the arts at the state and federal
levels. Our companion organization, Maryland Citizens for the Arts
Foundation (MCAF) seeks to increases public recognition and support of
the arts through education and research." |
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