Senator William H. Nickerson (R- Greenwich) joined Governor Jodi Rell today in announcing more than $147,257 in current matching grants awarded to non-profit arts organizations in Greenwich and New Canaan.  This supplements earlier awards made in July 2007.  The funds were paid by the Commission on Culture & Tourism and allocated as part of the Governor’s Cultural Treasures Initiative. 

GREENWICH

Organizations receiving awards in Greenwich are:           Current Award              Total FY08 Award

1. American Classical Orchestra                                          $8,795                            $23,624
2. Armstrong Chamber Concerts                                          $7,801                            $16,285
3. Bruce Museum                                                                   $68,752                          $100,399
4. Greenwich Choral Society                                                  $8,941                            $18,273
5. Greenwich Symphony Orchestra                                      $7,938                            $20,394

NEW CANAAN

Organizations receiving awards in New Canaan are:        Current Award              Total FY08 Award

1. Silvermine Guild of Artists                                                    $34,282                         $59,963
2. Summer Theatre of New Canaan                                      $10,750                         $17,500

Nickerson said “I am delighted to support the state’s investment in these organizations.  Support for local arts organizations is a vital part of the state’s commitment to its citizens.”

The grants can be applied to any aspect of an organization’s daily operations, including administrative and/or programming costs.