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$32K in art grants awarded in area

Published: July 11. 2012 4:00AM PST

Four local nonprofit organizations recently received grants totaling $32,000 from the Oregon Arts Commission.

Arts Central received $16,500 for its arts education programs and for general support. The Nature of Words received $6,000, and the Sunriver Music Festival was awarded $3,500. The Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show received $6,000, which it will use for general support and to increase its staff during the busy season.

“We’ll be able to have more help, which will enable us to focus on other fundraising efforts and long-term strategic plans,” Ann Richardson, executive director of the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show, said. “We’re thrilled with the grant.”

The Oregon Arts Commission distributed grants totaling $1.25 million to arts organizations statewide.

— Bulletin staff reports

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