Arts Advocacy
Regranting
The Greater Augusta Arts Council plays and important role in promoting and advocating arts in the Augusta region. One of the roles we have taken on is the regranting of city funds to local arts organizations.

We feel fortunate that our local government continues to support the arts, recognizing your economic and cultural contributions to this community.
These funds are available to any performing, visual or literary arts organizations that meet the following general description and criteria.

1. Must operate as a non-profit 501(c) 3 organization that is tax exempt by the Internal Revenue Service and has operated as such in the Greater Augusta area (Richmond County) during the last 2 years.
2. Must function as an independent organization not under the shelter of any other organization such as a government or college.
3. May apply grant to programs or unrestricted operation funds.
4. Must offer performances or services that are fully accessible to the general public.
5. Must be located in and serve the City of Augusta.
6. Must demonstrate Fiscal Responsibility

Grants are awarded on a competitive basis, with primary consideration given to the quality of artistic activities, management of fiscal responsibilities, demonstrated financial need, and the degree to which the organization
benefits the entire Augusta-Richmond County community.

All funding by the Arts Council is on a year-to-year basis.
The request may not exceed 50% of the total operating budget.

Regranting Application  

Legislative Luncheon
Our Annual Legislative Luncheon is set for November 10, 2011 at 11:30 am at the Augusta Richmond County Library on Greene Street. Please save the date and look for an e-vite in the coming weeks!

Every year, The Greater Augusta Arts Council hosts a legislative luncheon in October. The purpose is to bring local leadership and representatives of the local arts together to experience a renewed understanding of the importance of arts in our communities. The GAAC also honors the recipients of the Annual Grassroots funds.