+ The Arts – Grassroots event organizers
have an opportunity to apply for $1,200 grants to support 2014 festivals and
community cultural projects happening in neighborhoods across Seattle through
the Neighborhood & Community Arts funding program. The program, managed by
the Office of Arts & Culture,
supports the city’s community-led creativity, recognizing that neighborhoods
are the heartbeat of our city. Applications are open Aug. 19 through Oct. 23.  Funds may not be used for fundraising or
organizational administrative expenses. The deadline to apply is Wednesday,
Oct. 23 at 11 p.m. The guidelines and application are available on Office of
Arts & Cultural Affairs website http://www.seattle.gov/arts/funding/neighborhood_community.asp For information contact Jenny
Crooks at jenny.crooks@seattle.gov or (206) 684-7084 .