"For too long, public dollars have simply just gone to the big names and the big players in town," stated Scott during his announcement. "And dare I say, I know my staff is going to hate this, the big names and big players in town that just happen to be white-ran organizations in Baltimore."
The funds in question are part of a $3.6 million "Diversity in Arts" grant, financed by Covid-19 relief efforts. Scott expressed his gratitude towards President Biden and the congressional delegation for their assistance in ensuring "all artists and communities have equitable access to resources and opportunities in Baltimore."
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"Baltimore has always been a city defined by the arts, and our art community remains a cornerstone of our city's identity, reflecting our history, diversity, and resilience," Scott further elaborated. "Baltimore’s arts community has always been there to express what this city is about, often giving a voice to the voiceless."
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FOX Baltimore reports that among the Capital grant recipients are The National Great Blacks In Wax Museum and the Reginald F. Lewis Museum. The grant funding under this program will be distributed to 24 project recipients, including Baltimore Center Stage and Creative Nomads, receiving allocations of $200,000 and $100,000 respectively. Creative Nomads is acknowledged for its efforts in promoting "African drumming" and "mindfulness" to its partners.
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