State Rep. Sabi “Doc” Kumar, R-Springfield, today announced two Robertson County arts organizations will receive a total of $38,100 in state funding to support arts education and outreach. Willow Oak Center for Arts and Learning will receive $20,500, while Community Spirit will receive $17,600. The Tennessee Arts Commission administers the grants through a competitive application […]
State Rep. Sabi “Doc” Kumar, R-Springfield, today announced two Robertson County arts organizations will receive a total of $38,100 in state funding to support arts education and outreach.
Willow Oak Center for Arts and Learning will receive $20,500, while Community Spirit will receive $17,600. The Tennessee Arts Commission administers the grants through a competitive application process.
“These grants are a meaningful investment in our community,” Kumar said. “Arts education inspires creativity, brings people together and plays a vital role in the growth and well-being of Robertson County.”
The funding is part of $12.3 million included in Tennessee’s 2025-26 state budget to support arts initiatives in all 95 counties.
“Tennessee is fortunate to be a state where few can rival the breadth and depth of its arts and culture,” said Anne B. Pope, executive director of the Tennessee Arts Commission. “Arts and culture are vital tools for attracting and retaining businesses and help build stronger communities by enhancing the distinctive character of Tennessee places.”
Grant applications are reviewed by citizen advisory panels with expertise in the arts and final decisions are made by the full commission.
According to the commission, Tennessee’s nonprofit arts and culture sector contributes $1.4 billion annually to the state’s economy, supports more than 23,400 full-time jobs and plays a key role in education, tourism and community development.
For information about grant opportunities, visit tnartscommission.org.