Do you or your organization get 50% or more of your revenues from supporting or executing live events? It’s your turn! The third and final phase of the arts & culture American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding has begun. You can now apply for the Live Event Support Industries Program, administered by Business Oregon. This
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August 3, 2022
Live event venue operators grant update
Phase two of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund for Live Event Venue Operations and Live Event Producers/Presenters Program is complete as of June 2022. The program received more than 360 applications, with estimated live event revenue losses exceeding $190 million. In the end, 238 organizations received a total of $33.5 million.
April 15, 2022
Live Venue Recovery Funds Available Now!
Between April 25 and May 16, live venue producers and presenters can apply for recovery funds. The American Rescue Plan Act Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund for Live Event Venue Operations and Live Event Producers/Presenters Program is expected to bring $35 million in relief funding to Oregon’s cultural sector. More information here: Program webpage Program guidelines
April 8, 2022
Relief Funds to Begin Flowing Soon!
After many delays and frustrations, Business Oregon will soon be launching their $35 million Live Venues Program. Hallelujah! Important dates Week of 4/11: Website will go up with information 4/20: Orientation to run through program guidelines and the application process 4/25: Applications open 5/16: Application process closes 6/30: projected date of fund distribution 12/23/23: funds
On an average afternoon at the Crossroads Carnegie Art Center in Baker City, Oregon, you might hear children talking and laughing in ballet class and see local art adorning the walls. Home to local artists, the center serves around 12,000 eastern Oregonians and guests each year in a beautiful, historic 1909 Carnegie Library building with