Arts Collinwood Challenge Grant

Arts Collinwood is facing a very special challenge this year -- and members of the community are stepping up to help meet it.  As the community arts group that has sparked much of the Waterloo Road renaissance, Arts Collinwood has always been fortunate to have incredibly dedicated members and volunteers, from all over the neighborhood and throughout the city. Two of the founding members, both longstanding supporters who have asked to remain anonymous, saw the work of this community group as more important than ever in these tough economic times. And they've put their money where their belief is.

They've offered a $5,000 challenge grant for Arts Collinwood's year-end fundraiser. Every dollar raised between now and the end of the year in new and renewed memberships and donations will be doubled, up to $5,000.

"This is an incredibly generous gesture," says acting board President Fran Hunter. "It's groups like Arts Collinwood that help pull communities through these difficult times. And it's members like these who make that possible." 

Director Sarah Gyorki says the group has already seen a response in their year-end donations, with supporters realizing that by giving now, they not only get a year-end tax deduction but also double their money. "It's good to know that your contribution helps here at home, and that every dollar is going farther."  She goes on to say that every dollar contributed will help to provide programs for local youth and families, including after school programs, community events, art classes, exhibits and more. 

If you're interested in finding out more about Arts Collinwood, or you want to contribute, visit www.artscollinwood.org or call 216-692-9500.