The deadline to submit applications is THURSDAY, MARCH 15, 2012 at 4:45 P.M.  Each year, the Fulton County Board of Commissioners through the Fulton County Department of Arts & Culture supports non-profit arts organizations to ensure Fulton County citizens enjoy an array of rich arts experiences within their communities. The Fulton County Arts Council announces funding opportunities through Contracts for Services ranging from $1,000 to $150,000 for arts, cultural, non-profit organizations and artist collectives based in Fulton County.

Eligible groups are encouraged to apply for 2012-2013 funding cycle service contracts, which are designed to support activities taking place between July 1, 2012 and June 30, 2013. Organizations should adhere to the Fulton County Arts & Culture mission of access, inclusion, and development of the arts programming for Fulton County residents.

Fulton County Arts & Culture is offering free workshops on the application process to Fulton County-based arts organizations.  Advanced registration is required. First time applicants are required to attend a workshop or consult with the Fulton County Arts Council’s Contracts for Services staff prior to submitting an application. (Workshop Schedule Below) Organizations interested in applying should review the guidelines available on the Fulton County Arts Council's web site and contact the agency to verify their eligibility.  Early submissions are encouraged. Staff members are available to assist organizations throughout the process.

Organizations interested in applying should review the guidelines available on the Fulton County Arts & Culture web site www.fultonarts.org and contact the Fulton County Department of Arts & Culture to verify their eligibility. Applications must be received in the Arts Council office by March 15, 2012 4:45 p.m. For more information, please visit www.fultonarts.org or call 404- 612-5780. Early submissions are encouraged. For more information, please visit www.fultonarts.org or call 404-612-5780.          

Upcoming Workshops

North Fulton
Heritage Sandy Springs
6110 Bluestone Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
Date: Tues., January 31, 2012
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Directions: www.heritagesandysprings.org

Intown
West End Performing Arts  Center
945 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd.
Atlanta, GA 30310
Date: Wed., February 1, 2012
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Directions: www.FultonArts.org

South Fulton
Southwest Arts Center
915 New Hope Road
Atlanta, Georgia 30331
Date: Thurs., February 9, 2012
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Directions: www.FultonArts.org

South Fulton
South Fulton Library
4055 Flat Shoals Road
Union City, GA 30291
Date: Thurs., February 16, 2012
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Directions: www.AFPLweb.com