Jefferson County Cultural Coalition

1. When and how was the JCCC formed?
The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners appointed the first JCCC board in February 2003. Only two grants were awarded in the first year, 2003-04.

2. What is the Oregon Cultural Trust?
The Cultural Trust is a statewide cultural plan to raise significant new funds to invest in Oregon's arts, humanities and heritage. Funds will be distributed to local communities to support their cultural priorities, through competitive grants for projects of regional and statewide significance, and through grants to Oregon's statewide cultural agencies to support their ongoing efforts.

[www.culturaltrust.org]

3. What kind of projects has JCCC provided funds for in the past?
Past projects supported by JCCC included:
· documenting oral histories
· traditional music festival
· storytelling at the Collage of Culture

community read
· Jefferson County history writing project

JCCC supports projects that meet our five goals and fall into the categories of arts, heritage and humanities.

4. Where can I find information on deadlines for upcoming grant cycles?
The Jefferson County Cultural Coalition issues calls for proposals at least once per year. Information is available at our website, www.jeffcoculture.org.

Please check this site frequently for updated information on deadlines and guidelines for proposals.

5. How can I support the JCCC?
The Jefferson County Cultural Coalition is a charitable organization with IRS 501c3 designation. Contributions can be made directly to JCCC.

JCCC

P.O. Box 842

Madras, OR 97741