Enhancing artistic momentum

Written By DCA Memphis

MEMPHIS, TN—ARTSmemphis is pleased to announce that its commitment of $775,000 over two years in ARTSmemphis Enhancement Grants to eight arts organizations. Enhancement Grants, which were established in 2005 with a lead endowment gift from the Plough Foundation, encourage our Operating Support grantee partners to pursue significant projects that can propel mission achievement and position organizations for sustainable growth. A demonstrable increase in accessibility and impact, along with expansion of facilities, programs and geographic reach are hallmarks of this year’s recipients.

  • AngelStreet, New Creative Hub Recording Studio and Content Creation Facility

  • Collage Dance, Raising the Barre: Strengthening Faculty for Sustainable Growth

  • Hattiloo Theatre, 20th Anniversary: Reimagining the Black Theatre Experience

  • Memphis Symphony Orchestra, MSO at Northside Square

  • Music Export Memphis, National Industry Showcase

  • New Ballet Ensemble & School, Comprehensive Expansion Planning

  • Tennessee Shakespeare Company, American Page to American Stage: National Annual Theatre Season in Memphis

  • WYXR, Infrastructure Upgrades & Studio Expansion

As we continue a momentous start to a year for the arts, we extend a huge thank you to the following community leaders who have committed to serve on our Board of Directors.

  • Joy Bowen, Pinnacle Financial Partners

  • Nathan Ollie, Merrill Lynch, 100 Black Men

  • Mary Trotz, Community Volunteer

DCA Memphis https://dcamemphis.com
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