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Missouri
Arts and Education Council
About
The Arts and Education Council of Greater St. Louis is a unique asset in our community. A&E is our region's only united arts fund supported by private contributions from individuals, corporations, foundations and institutions committed to the value and benefit of the arts to our community.
The Arts and Education Council serves as the base - the root, if you will - through which funding, training and collaboration happens for nearly 100 arts organizations that enrich the cultural landscape of St. Louis each year.
A&E grantees not only produce our present great art, they also maintain viable, impactful arts education and outreach programming for K-12 students throughout the bi-state area. Research continues to show that children who participate in the arts enjoy greater academic success, higher self-esteem, improved discipline, higher graduation rates and broad, creative thinking skills necessary for advancement in the world beyond school.
MISSION
To build appreciation, participation and support for arts and arts education through the St. Louis community.
VISION
Shaping a vibrant arts community for all.
Recent News
Arts and Education Council Awards $100,000 in Arts and Healing Initiative Grants
Saint Louis, MO -- The Arts and Education Council announced on Jan. 23, 2024 that 10 organizations have been awarded a total of $100,000 in funding through the Arts and Healing Initiative, a program aimed at increasing the capacity to heal through…
Read More »Arts and Education Council Awards $135,000 in Arts and Healing Initiative Grants
Saint Louis, MO -- The Arts and Education Council announced on October 26, 2022 that 11 organizations have been awarded a total of $135,000 in funding through the Arts and Healing Initiative, a program aimed at increasing the capacity to heal…
Read More »15 Arts Organizations Receive Nearly $150,000 in Grants for Diverse Arts Organizations
ST. LOUIS – Aug. 26, 2022 the Arts and Education Council together with Ameren Missouri announced the recipients of the AmerenCares Equity in the Arts Philanthropic Grant Program. Grant recipients will be awarded a collective total of nearly…
Read More »Arts and Education Council Announces Lyah LeFlore-Ituen as President and CEO
Saint Louis, MO -- On July 7, 2022 the Arts and Education Council (A&E) announced that Lyah LeFlore-Ituen, a bestselling author, television and film producer, and entertainment business executive, has been named President and CEO of the Arts and…
Read More »Arts and Education Council's PNC Program Grants to Support Arts Experiences in Missouri and Illinois
11 organizations to receive a total of $40,000 Saint Louis, MO -- The Arts and Education Council announced on May 9, 2022 that 11 organizations have been awarded a total of $40,000 in PNC Program Grant funding to help strengthen the region's arts…
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