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Adam Santalla Pierce, wearing a blue blazer, appears outdoors in front of a piece of public art.

Adam Santalla Pierce Named Permanent President of Arts & Science Council

Santalla Pierce has been with ASC since 2017 and most recently served as interim president, following his role as vice president of community & artist support.

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ASC & Foundation Formalize Partnership, Increase Funding for Local Arts and Culture Organizations

ASC’s FY24 investments in Charlotte-Mecklenburg’s creative community were capped by its latest Fellowship, SEED and Cultural Vision Grant recipients.

ASC Invests $4.3 Million in Charlotte-Mecklenburg’s Creative Community in FY24

ASC’s FY24 investments in Charlotte-Mecklenburg’s creative community were capped by its latest Fellowship, SEED and Cultural Vision Grant recipients.

Our Why

We believe that arts, culture and creativity are critical to creating a sense of belonging to a community.

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Awarded in Grants Supporting Artists and Creatives

Supporting artists and creatives at all stages of their careers is vital in ensuring Charlotte-Mecklenburg remains a place where artists can pursue sustainable careers.

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Residents Served through ASC’s Culture Blocks Initiative

Ensuring access to arts cultural experiences close to where people live is critical to our mission

Cultural Leadership Training Graduates Serving in Leadership Roles

We help develop emerging leaders into productive volunteers and board candidates for cultural organizations across the community.

Cultural Community STORIES

Art in a liminal space: Val Britton’s public artwork for Charlotte’s busy airport

Sir Hodge’s Creative Renewal Fellowship allowed him to work with a London mentor

Culture Blocks: “When boundaries are eliminated, the possibilities are endless.”