The following organizations received 2024 Tier 3 grant awards.
- Breadcrumbs Productions, Inc., Onondaga County
If, String Quartet Theatre | $9,843
If an experiential performance developed at the intersection of intimate music making and immersive theatre. The production offers extraordinary string quartet and solo music while inviting audience members to listen, move through spaces, and if desired, discover interactions that engage the heart, mind, and body beyond the ears. - Community Folk Art Center, Inc, Onondaga County
S.T.R.I.N.G.S at CFAC: Striving Towards Remarkable Instrumental Notes and Group Skills | $9,343
The ” Strings at CFAC” is an after-school program that introduces youth to string orchestration. This initiative aims to provide a supportive and enriching environment where underrepresented youth can explore their musical potential, develop valuable life skills, and bridge cultural and socio-economic divides through the power of music. - Downtown Syracuse Foundation, Inc., Onondaga County
Downtown Farmers Market Lunchtime Live! Music Series | $9,843
The Downtown Farmers Market Lunchtime Live! Music Series is a free outdoor music performance from a unique artist each week from June to October in Clinton Square. - Focusing Our Resources for Community Enlightenment, Inc., Onondaga County
FORCE – Documentary Film on Slavery, Reparations and Separation | $5,373.27
Some argue that Black people are becoming obsolete and that America no longer need their service. The situation is exacerbated by the inability of white people to provide enough jobs for their own. This documentary film explores the question of separation and reparation as a viable solution to this problem. - Jewish Home of Central NY, Onondaga County
Opening Minds Through Arts -Using Art to Bridge Age | $5,161.75
Opening Minds through Arts is an award winning, evidence based intergenerational art making program for older adults, often living with dementia. Elders are paired with volunteers who facilitate the creation of art. Relying on imagination, rather than memory, and strengths, instead of lost skills, elders experience creative expression. - Juneteenth Inc, Onondaga County
Juneteenth Cultural Festival | $5,161.75
This Festival is in celebration of the “national” holiday of Juneteenth. It will be a celebration of the contributions of African Americans. the celebration also helps to educate communities about Black History and continues to educate people about the importance of inclusion and diversity. - La Joven Guardia del Teatro y La Danza Latina Inc, Onondaga County
La Vida es Sueño de Calderon de La Barca | $10,343
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage month in 2024, we will include the Spanish literature classic: La Vida es un Sueño de Calderon De la Barca. Portraying the period of 1600-1681, this play, written in 1635, is another classic Spanish drama where our kids will learn about Spanish literature from other centuries. - Light Work Visual Studies, Inc., Onondaga County
Light Work UVP Exhibitions and Events 2024 | $11,843
In 2024, Light Work’s Urban Video Project (UVP) will present three exhibitions and related events at our architectural projection site on the facade of the Everson Museum. We will also support up to three commissioned artists in the creation of new work during this time. - New York State Rhythm & Blues Festival, Inc, Onondaga County
2024 New York State Blues Festival | $11,843
2024 New York State Blues Festival is a FREE three-day festival featuring this true American genre of music to the community and beyond. We will be showcasing the rich and diverse local and regional talent who will play on the bill alongside prominent national touring artists. - Pride Community Center of Central New York, Onondaga County
CNY Pride Festival 2024 | $9,343
CNY Pride Festival, the largest festival celebrating LGBTIA culture within an 80 mild radius of Syracuse, NY. For several years, CNY Pride has organized a day of love, celebration and our culture. The day offers artists and entertainers from the local region, along with a diverse array of cultural offerings. - Restoreforlife, Inc, Onondaga County
Family Ceramic Creation for All | $8,843
We propose the organization and execution of three separate six-week beginner ceramic programs, each consisting of structured sessions, closing ceremony, and open studio time for a total of eight hours each week. Participants will develop ceramic skills, explore their creativity, and build a strong foundation in the art of ceramics. - Society for New Music, Syracuse, Onondaga County
Visions of Sound program and concert of Commissioned regional composers (PREMIERES) | $10,343
Commission and Premiere 8 new works featuring unique collaborations with regional composers and choreographers. Performance at the Palace Theater in the city of Syracuse, and 2. Premiere of Commissioned work by Loren Loiacono, alongside previous commissions by regional composers, to be produced at St. Paul’s Church in downtown Syracuse. - Syracuse Children’s Theatre, Onondaga County
Syracuse Children’s Theatre Spring 2024 Production Support | $11,843
Syracuse Children’s Theatre is seeking funding support for our Spring 2024 production of Finding Nemo, Jr. We are seeking funds to help cover the costs of rent at the John H. Mulroy Civic Center – Carrier Theater as well as Artistic Staff and Technical Staff during Dress Rehearsals and Performances. - Syracuse Chorale, Inc., Onondaga County
Syracuse Chorale Spring 2024 Concert | $5,214.66
Syracuse Chorale presents its annual Spring Concert on April 27, highlighting the works of 20th century female composers Libby Larsen, Florence Price, and Chen Yi. - Syracuse Community Choir, Onondaga County
Syracuse Community Choir – Two Solstice Concerts: Rise Up and Coming Home | $9,343
The Syracuse Community Choir hosts two annual Solstice Concerts, in June and December, reflecting peace, justice, diversity, and community. Concerts feature thematic performances from our Adult, Teen/Young Adult, and Children’s choirs, as well as special ensembles, participatory songs, a processional, readings, and spoken word pieces. - Syracuse Film Center, Inc, Onondaga County
Learn on Set | $7,993.91
Learn on Set is an immersive training program designed to fast-track career development for aspiring and incumbent film professionals in Central New York, especially from underserved and marginalized communities. - Syracuse Pops Chorus, Inc., Onondaga County
Syracuse Pops Chorus 20th Anniversary Season, 2024 | $7,993.91
The 20th Anniversary Season of Syracuse Pops Chorus will support the local music community as we sing in Symphoria’s Holiday Pops concerts, Everson Museum’s Festival of Trees, and OUR 20th Anniversary Cabaret featuring large/ small group numbers, as well as individual performances by Syracuse Pops Chorus members. - Syracuse Poster Project Inc., Onondaga County
Annual Civic Art Poster Series | $10,843
Syracuse Poster Project brings together poets and artists to create an annual series of 10 civic art posters. Each poster features a brief, illustrated poem about downtown, the city, countryside, and new in 2024, historic characters. Posters appear in the city’s poster kiosks, downtown, and other public spaces beyond downtown. - Syracuse Shakespeare Festival Corp., Onondaga County
SSITP’s Two Gentlemen of Verona | $9,343
SSITP’s flagship, second, free summer show in Thornden Park’s Amphitheatre, brings back two Shakespeare shows in our twenty-second season. “Two Gentlemen of Verona,” the first romantic comedy Shakespeare wrote., tells the classic love triangle story of two best friends who betray each other in their quest for a woman. - Syracuse Vocal Ensemble, Onondaga County
Syracuse Vocal Ensemble Fall 2024 Concerts | $6,778
SVE’s Fall concerts will be an ambitious program of “Viennese Delicacies”, to include major works by Brahms and Haydn, plus the Mozart Solemn Vespers di Confessore with a 12-piece chamber orchestra and organ. - The Arts Project Syracuse, Inc., Onondaga County
The Arts Project Syracuse – Exposure to the Arts Curriculum at the YWCA | $8,843
TAPS is seeking support to expand its arts offerings to the young artists at the YWCA of Syracuse. With financial support from CNYArts, TAPS will offer an ‘Exposure to the Arts’ curriculum, providing weekly education in a variety of art forms, including African Dance, Percussion, and Singing from local artists. - The CORA Foundation, Onondaga County
ArtRage Gallery Spring 2024 exhibitions | $9,343
To provide support for the exhibitions “Sofía Luz Pérez: My Shadow is My Teacher,” which will run from April 6 to May 18, 2024, and “Ben Altman: I Own this Stolen Land” which will be on view from June 8 to July 20, 2024. - The Folkus Project, Inc., Onondaga County
The Folkus Project – 2024 Season | $9,343
In 2024, Folkus will present 16 live acoustic music shows, featuring a variety of genres–Americana, folk, bluegrass, singer-songwriter, and more. Folkus provides the audience the opportunity to hear high-quality music and discover new artists. Folkus also cultivates a sense of community around the experience that live music creates. - Westcott Community Center, Onondaga County
Art Workshops for Seniors | $6,193
Older adults attending program services at Westcott CC will benefit from creative art projects each month facilitated by local artists and crafters. Artistic activities enable older adults to experience enhanced cognitive and memory function, better dexterity, is proven to reduce loneliness and isolation, improves mental health, and offers socialization opportunities.