Art transforms individual lives. And whole communities.
ArtsMemphis provides funding, mentoring, and advocacy on behalf of the arts in Shelby County. In 2017, we've awarded over 160 grants to more than 80 local organizations and artists. The groups and programs that we support reach more than 2.5 million audience members, including 700,000 students. What's more, our investments benefit nearly 5,000 artists in our community.