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Stockton, CA 95202
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July 10, 2007
Deena Heath, Director
Stockton Arts Commission
209-937-7488
deena.heath@ci.stockton.ca.us
Stockton Arts Commission Announces Grant Recipients
STOCKTON – Recipients of 2007-2008 City Arts Endowment Grants were recognized at the Stockton City Council meeting Tuesday, July 10, 2007.
Individual artists receiving funds through the Stockton Arts Commission for upcoming projects include Erahm Christopher, Sophoan Sorn and John Vaughn. Arts organizations receiving grants include Dance for Power, Hivu Nui Polynesian Dance Group, KUDOS Children’s Theatre, New Dance Company, St. John’s Chamber Orchestra, Stockton Symphony, Tidewater Art Gallery and the Valley Concert Band. Additional organizations and events receiving funding for arts-related projects include the California Transplant Donor Network, Downtown Stockton Alliance and Family Day in the Park.
The City Arts Endowment, which is administered by the Stockton Arts Commission, was established by the City Council in 2000 to support projects and events developed by local artists, educators and arts organizations. Approximately $50,000 has been awarded annually.
For additional information, contact the Stockton Arts Commission at (209) 937-7488.
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