The Restart the Arts Grant aims to help all types of artists and organizations who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Ahead of the application period closing next week, Katie Murray of the Orange County Arts Commission joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss the grant program and the art industry.

 

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On Air Today: Restart the Arts Grant
The Restart the Arts Grant aims to help all types of artists and organizations who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Ahead of the application period closing next week, Katie Murray of the Orange County Arts Commission joins 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell to discuss the grant program and the art industry.
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