Urbanowski: Federal actions impact local access to arts - San Jose Spotlight
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Local arts organizations are facing significant challenges due to unexpected cancellations of federal grants from the NEA, IMLS, and NEH, reported through late-night notifications. This disruption brings about financial uncertainty, risking the stability of arts sectors already impacted by executive orders and economic pressures. With most organizations operating on tight budgets and limited philanthropic support, government funding plays a crucial role in delivering arts access to diverse communities. The potential legal challenges against these grant cancellations highlight the urgent need for stable funding to sustain these vital programs.
In Santa Clara County, our local arts organizations operate on tight margins that require each to be nimble and entrepreneurial in order to provide important programs and services.
Government funding is critical to ensure access to arts programming for youth and families from every cultural background and socio-economic segment of our county.
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