Organization 

Funds Received 

Rationale

Nomad Theatre Company NFP

$950

The project teaches cultural lessons via theatre arts; able to reach a wide audience. 

Bloomington Revivalists: Strong Towns BloNo

$2,698

The presented research on murals’ impact on community engagement and pedestrian-vehicle accidents was compelling.

Bloomington Center for Performing Arts

$2,000

BCPA’s summer concerts have proven to attract large crowds and create unity.

Heartland Productions, Inc.

$1,750

Seniors tend to be an underserved group of the community; this project allows them to enjoy the pleasures of music again.

Greater Livingston County Arts Council

$800

The Zoo Lady is a community favorite who will attract many children to the art activities event. MCAC appreciates and encourages engagement in Livingston County.

Prairie Fire Theater

$2,000

Free public performances encourage community engagement while giving artists recognition. Program has proved to be successful in the past.

Town of Normal Cultural Arts Department

$2,000

Serving underprivileged communities is a strong component for this grant. Provides free participation for a large group, and engaging more in the audience.

Poco a Poco, Inc.

$2,000

This project have proven to be successful in the past; the MCAC is happy to fund the arts in Livingston/Lasalle counties. 

MIOpera, Inc.

$1,652

I, Too Sing America is a culturally educational project, communicated artistically in an engaging and informational manner

BCAI Cultural Arts & Humanities 

$2,150

This project is beneficial to the community and allows young adults to find a way in life. It educates the underprivileged on Art career opportunities, as well as many other paths.

Heartland Jazz Orchestra Foundation

$2,000

Free public concerts are a community favorite in BloNo, and this project has been successful for several years.