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General Agency Information
Name:Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County
Address:1101 Pacific Ave. Ste. 320
Santa Cruz, CA  95060
Driving Directions
Primary Phone:831-475-9600
Fax Number:831-475-9700
Email Address:info@ccscc.org
Website:www.ccscc.org
Days/Hours of Operation/Phone:Monday-Friday, 9-5
Description:Private nonprofit, the Cultural Council's programs support the vibrant arts community in Santa Cruz County. We envision a region where individual and collective artistic expression thrives, and where the arts are a valued part of all aspects of our diverse culture, economy and everyday life.

FUNDING SOURCE: Local businesses and individuals, private foundations. County of Santa Cruz, Cities of Santa Cruz, Watsonville, Scotts Valley and Capitola, program fees-for-service.
Mission:The Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County leads and advances the Arts by providing funding, advocacy, and support to artists and arts organizations.
Programs:The Cultural Council serves Santa Cruz County through a variety of programs and services, including:

Grant Making: investing in artists and arts organizations for cultural programs, projects and professional development.

Arts Education: SPECTRA & Mariposa's Art promoting arts education in public schools, reaching over 10,000 children and youth each year.

Technical Assistance & Workforce Development: supporting and developing the creative sector through the Cultural Council Associates, Open Studios Art Tour, Exhibitions, workshops, and Fiscal Sponsorship.

Collaborations & Initiatives: advancing arts and culture county-wide through the naming of a Poet Laureat, advocacy efforts, cultural tourism, and much more.

Publications:Website contains resources and directory.
Volunteer Info:Inquire at 475-9600
Languages other than English:None
Accommodations for Disabled:Parking & Wheelchair Access
Public Transportation:Not Applicable
Eligibility:Open to those who share an interest
Fees:None
Areas Served:Santa Cruz County
Physical Location:Santa Cruz
Funding Source:City Government
Contributions
County Government
Donations
Fees
Fundraising
Government
Grants
 
Officials
 

Michelle Williams
Executive Director

Subject Headings
 Art Galleries/Exhibits
Arts and Culture
Arts Appreciation
Arts Associations
Private Nonprofits
This record last modified January 21, 2013