General Operating Grant Information
Allegany Arts Council (AAC) General Operating Grants (GOG) are made possible through the County Arts Development program of the Maryland State Arts Council, a division of the Maryland Department of Commerce. This is a state/local partnership whereby the Allegany Arts Council receives funds from the Maryland State Arts Council and awards grants to local, non-profit organizations.
As you complete your grant application, please keep in mind that the information and presentation of this application are the only context the review panel may have to rate your organization for grant funding. Please ensure that your answers and descriptions are detailed, specific, and address the information requested. In addition, please take care that the neatness and formatting of the application also adequately reflect pride in your organization. Organizations that do not fully complete the form(s) or provide documentation in lieu of completing the form(s) will be disqualified.
Individual Artist Grant Information
The Allegany Arts Council is pleased to announce a new grant program for individual artists offering awards of up to $2,000 to artists or artist teams who reside in, sell in, or create work in Allegany County, Maryland. The goal of the program is to support artists in the creation of new works. Funding may be used for the purchase of materials, rental of studio space, hiring of models, artist payments, or other project-specific expenses.
A final report outlining the use of grant funds must be submitted no later than one year after funds are distributed.
Allegany Arts Council members will be given priority in application review.
Artist Registry
