"This

is one of our most exciting programs," stated Pat Hussey, president

of Arts Clayton. "Through GAP we are able to assist many local organizations

who do tremendous work in reaching out to the citizens of Clayton and

Fayette counties. We encourage partnerships betwen schools, community

organizations and art groups to extend the impact of their art projects."

Organizations

in Fayette County which have recieved funding include Georgia Youth Ballet,

Peachtree City Commission on Youth, Endowment Committee for the Cultural

Arts, Peachtree Wind Ensemble, Offshoot Productions and Sandy Creek High

School. Examples of projects eligible for funding (but are not limited

to) visual arts exhibits, concerts, theater and dance performances, readings,

film programs, folk art projects, storytelling, workshops and art festivals.

Projects combining arts and education are encouraged.

Funded projects

must be accessible to the general public and applicants must provide 50

percent of the total project cost as a cash match for the grant. Projects

must be completed by June 30, 2003. Grants are available for nonprofit

organizations and public entities like schools, libraries, senior centers

and service agencies For more inforation about the program, to discuss

a potential project or to request assistance with an applicaton, phone

Deb Salter at 770-473-0848.

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