Funding Strategies The challenge of identifying consistent funding is a common theme in municipal support for the arts. Unfortunately, there is no “magic bullet” funding source. There are, however, a diverse set of funding sources and strategies that Garland can draw on to enhance the provision of arts and cultural services, while minimizing the impact on operational expenses. This chapter on funding is presented as a “Toolkit.” You can think of each funding mechanism or strategy as a “tool” that Garland can use at the appropriate time to support the activities described in the goals and action items.
National Trends: Fundraising from Multiple Sources for Collaborative Projects Recent years have shown a growing trend from national funders looking to fund multiple-partner projects that leverage the arts to serve broad civic and community goals, for instance public health, transportation safety, or economic development. This work is often referred to as creative
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mural and painted Adirondack chairs at 506 Art. Photo courtesy of the Granville Arts Center.
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