Grantmaking public charity · EIN 25-6085617
The Arts Council of Erie
Erie, PA
The Arts Council of Erie is a public charity that makes grants based in Erie, PA. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $634K in grants paid across 54 grants, with $4.83M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Erie Art Museum, Erie Philharmonic and Experieence Children's Museum.
How to request funding
Its Form 990 lists the grants it made but not how it chooses recipients. Check The Arts Council of Erie's website or contact it to ask whether it considers requests.
Grants as reported on its Form 990 for tax year 2024; the application guidance above is general for this type of funder. Requirements change; confirm with the organization before applying.
Mission
Erie arts and culture is a catalyst for connecting and supporting a vibrant region through the arts.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erie Art Museum | Erie, PA | — | $283,294 |
| Erie Philharmonic | Erie, PA | — | $55,846 |
| Experieence Children's Museum | Erie, PA | — | $17,399 |
| Downtown Edinboro Music and Art | Edinboro, PA | — | $11,250 |
| Erie Playhouse | Erie, PA | — | $10,568 |
| Flagship Niagara League | Erie, PA | — | $10,000 |
| Hagen History Center | Erie, PA | — | $10,000 |
| Erie Contemporary Ballet Theatre | Erie, PA | — | $10,000 |
| North East Arts Council | North East, PA | — | $6,700 |
| Erie Arts & Music Festival | Erie, PA | — | $6,250 |
| Dafmark Dance Theatre | Erie, PA | — | $5,541 |
The 11 largest of 54 grants listed on the return. 43 grants to individuals ($112K) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does The Arts Council of Erie accept grant applications?
Its Form 990 lists the grants it made but not how it chooses recipients. Check The Arts Council of Erie's website or contact it to ask whether it considers requests. Form 990 does not report an application process, so confirm with the organization.
How much does The Arts Council of Erie give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $634,447 in grants paid (54 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has The Arts Council of Erie funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Erie Art Museum (PA), $283K, Erie Philharmonic (PA), $55.8K, Experieence Children's Museum (PA), $17.4K, Downtown Edinboro Music and Art (PA), $11.3K and Erie Playhouse (PA), $10.6K.