The ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes Awarded $566,695 by the New York State Council on the Arts!
A Big Impact for Local Creatives and The ARTS Council
The ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes (The ARTS Council) announces today grant awards totaling $566,695 from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) to support the arts and culture sector.
Through New York State’s continued investment in arts and culture, NYSCA has awarded $80.9 million in FY2026 to arts and culture nonprofits across all 10 regions and a historic number of artists. The ARTS Council is thrilled to be counted among the recipients this year.
Find out more about the support for Organizations, Statewide Community Regrant Awards, and Statewide Professional Development Grants for Museums Regrant Program below. Stay tuned on January 6, 2026, to learn more about the Seven Local Support for Artists Grant Recipients.
Support for Organizations
The ARTS Council received a $40,000 Support for Organizations grant to support its Programs, Folk Arts, and Gallery work.
Statewide Community Regrant Awards
Additionally, The ARTS Council received $408,395 to administer the Statewide Community Regrant program for Cattaraugus, Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, and Tioga Counties. An increase over the previous year’s funding, this program will directly support artists, cultural organizations, and towns throughout the Southern Finger Lakes.
Statewide Professional Development Grants for Museums Regrant Program
The ARTS Council received $48,300 to administer the Statewide Professional Development Grants for Museums regrant program. Open to museums across New York State, stay tuned for forthcoming details about eligibility and the application process.
New York State’s Investment In The Arts
“New York’s arts and culture sector is a cornerstone of the state’s identity, and we’re making bold investments to ensure it remains strong,” Governor Hochul said. “These grants will lift up artists and organizations in every region, fueling local economies and expanding access to the arts. Congratulations to all the grantees – your talent and dedication help power New York’s future.”
New York State Council on the Arts Executive Director Erika Mallin said, “During these challenging times, the New York State Council on the Arts has been a stalwart and innovative funder. These grants will serve artists and organizations in every region and county, fueling our economy and serving our communities. We know this support isn’t just an investment in the arts; it’s an investment in New York’s future. Congratulations to The ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes and thank you for your perseverance, your creativity, and your tireless service to New York State.”
New York State Council on the Arts Chair Patrick Willingham said, “With the unwavering support of Governor Hochul and our Legislature, the Council is proud to congratulate this year’s grantees, whose collective efforts strengthen and benefit us all. I also want to recognize the work of NYSCA’s panelists, staff, and the entire Council, whose dedication has ensured that this critical support will reach every corner of New York State.”
About the New York State Council on the Arts
The mission of the New York State Council on the Arts is to foster and advance the full breadth of New York State’s arts, culture, and creativity for all. To support the ongoing recovery of the arts across New York State, the Council on the Arts will award over $161 million in FY 2026, serving organizations and artists across all 10 state regions. The Council on the Arts further advances New York’s creative culture by convening leaders in the field and providing organizational and professional development opportunities and informational resources. Created by Governor Nelson Rockefeller in 1960 and continued with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature, the Council is an agency that is part of the Executive Branch. For more information on NYSCA, please visit arts.ny.gov, and follow NYSCA’s Facebook page, on X @NYSCArts and Instagram @NYSCouncilontheArts.
