BRUNSWICK COUNTY / COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC — A recent state arts‑funding award is bringing fresh professional‑development support to artists in Brunswick and Columbus counties as part of a regional allocation administered by the Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County.
The North Carolina Arts Council awarded $12,500 to the Wilmington‑based organization for the 2026–27 cycle, with the funding designated for professional development services across its five‑county service area. For Brunswick and Columbus counties, the award helps sustain training, workshops, career‑building resources, and travel assistance for local artists seeking to expand their work. The funding supports professional‑development services used by local arts nonprofiits, community theaters, cultural organizations, and independent artists in Brunswick and Columbus counties.
The Arts Council serves as the regional administrator for Artist Support Grants in both counties, meaning Brunswick and Columbus counties artists rely on the Wilmiington office for access to development programs and application support.
While the $12,500 is shared regionally, it directly benefits artists in both counties by keeping these services available and accessible. The funding was announced Sept. 10, 2026, and remains the most current allocation for the ongoing grant year.
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