05-03-2025
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BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – There was good news for local arts organizations on Tuesday as a fund created to support them raised more money this year.
The Broome County Arts Council announced the recipients of its 2025 United Cultural Fund.
This year, the Arts Council raised $307,000, a 12% increase over last year.
$242,000 was divided up between seven major organizations to assist them with their operating costs. They are the Binghamton Philharmonic, Roberson, Tri-Cities Opera, Good will Theatre, Discovery Center, EPAC and LUMA.
'These funds will directly support local artists and organizations ensuring that our vibrant arts scene continues to inspire, enrich and honor Broome County,' said Chang.
A dozen other non-profits and individual artists received $1,000 grants to support community projects. They include Music in the Glen, the Binghamton Downtown Singers and the Phelps Mansion Museum.
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