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Art Alliance for Contemporary
Glass
The mission of the Art Alliance for Contemporary Glass (AACG) is to further the development and appreciation of art made from glass. The AACG awards Support Grants consistent with this mission. The AACG Grants Committee approves applications consistent with the AACG mission based upon merit. Grants are made to arts organizations in support of specific educational purposes. Preference is given to grants in which the focus is education of the public (as opposed to education of artists, curators, etc.). Support Grants have, most commonly, been in support of the following (listed by approximate frequency, in descending order):
Preference is given to applications relating to organizations, events, or projects concerned with contemporary glass. AACG must be credited for its support. The AACG grants are not ordinarily made in response to applications requesting funding for:
Grants are not usually made for the full cost of the applicant's endeavor. Since the Grants program began in 1991, almost $560,000 has been awarded. A complete list of all previous grants awarded may be found on the "AACG Grants" page.
How to apply:Requests for funding must be typed on the application form. This form is available in html format and in Acrobat pdf format. You are encouraged to be brief. However, if additional space is needed, you may add a second sheet. Submission must include thirteen (13) copies of the entire application, including cover letter, application form, and all attachments, collated and stapled or clipped. These will not be returned. Submit these applications to:
Direct inquiries to Blair Corkran, Chair, Grants Committee, 202-362-2461, email mbcorkran@aol.com The Committee considers grant applications twice a year: during March/April and September/October. Thus, for consideration, applications must be postmarked by March 1 or September 1, respectively. Applicants who require confirmation of receipt should include a self-addressed post card for that purpose. Notification of awards will be made as promptly as possible, and no later than May 1 for the first review cycle and November 1 for the second.
last update on 04 November 2009 |
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