
The Classic Center Cultural Foundation is Now Accepting Applications for the 2025-2026 Community Grant
ATHENS, GA - The Classic Center Cultural Foundation is pleased to announce that applications are now open for its 2025–2026 Community Grant Program. Each year, the Foundation awards up to $5,000 in grant funding to support initiatives in performing, visual, or culinary arts and workforce development projects that align with the hospitality industry in Athens-Clarke County.
The deadline to apply is Friday, August 22, at 5:00 p.m. A committee will review the applications and select recipients. Recipients will be announced in September 2025.
Applicants must submit a completed application, a detailed project proposal, and a one-year timeline for project completion. Eligible projects may include events, performances, and educational programs.
Past Projects include:
- Community theatre projects
- Funds for public art in a local park
- Space rent for a traveling exhibit at The Classic Center
- Securing a musical act to perform for area schools
- Creating a Hospitality Pathway for local high school students
- Assisting with after-school arts programs for children and youth
Please note the grant is limited to programs or organizations in Athens-Clarke County, and applications are due no later than Friday, August 22. Visit ClassicCenter.com/Grants or email Foundation@ClassicCenter.com for more information on how to apply for this year’s grant program.
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