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Arts & Culture

Community mural painting project

The arts enrich our communities, strengthen our cultural identity, and contribute to economic vitality. Heartland Community Foundation supports arts organizations and cultural programs that make creative expression accessible to all residents, regardless of income or background.

Our Strategy

We invest in arts education for youth, community arts programming, cultural heritage preservation, and the organizational sustainability of arts institutions. We believe that vibrant arts and cultural offerings are essential to quality of life and community identity.

Recent Investments

  • $800,000 to arts education programs in schools and community centers
  • $500,000 for public art installations and creative placemaking
  • $400,000 to support small and mid-size arts organizations
  • $250,000 for cultural heritage and preservation projects

Details

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Total Investment
$1.95 million annually
Grants Awarded
48 grants in arts and culture last year