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Commission on the Arts outlines grant activity and economic impact; seeks modest FY2026 increase
Summary
The Idaho Commission on the Arts told JFAC on Feb. 6 it distributed about $880,000 in grants to 215 projects across 38 counties and highlighted the arts’ $2.7 billion annual economic impact in the state.
The Idaho Commission on the Arts briefed the Joint Finance‑Appropriations Committee on Feb. 6 about its FY2024 activities, funding mix and a modest FY2026 request to expand arts and education grants.
Director Laura Curry told members that the commission distributes grants primarily to local schools and nonprofit arts organizations. In the last fiscal year the commission distributed roughly $880,000 in grants (215 awards across 38 counties). The commission emphasized that arts…
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