“Advocating for, Supporting, and Nurturing the Arts in Medina County.”
LATEST NEWS & Upcoming Events
MCAC will be awarding MULTIPLE one-time scholarships for a combined total of $5,000 thanks to the Nancy Sprowls Memorial Fund.
Click here for Application as well as information on Eligibility, Use of Scholarship Funds, and Application Requirements.
Recognizing artists and organizations for their dedication and hard work towards making Medina County the thriving arts community it is and continues to be. You may nominate an individual, yourself, an organization, a business, or special group.
To submit your nomination, please complete the online form here
Ready to bring your next big project to life? The MCAC Organization Grant application period is NOW open!
MCAC invites local organizations with an arts-centered focus or project to apply for grant funding to be awarded in 2025. To be eligible, applicant organizations must have 501(c)(3) status or be a not-for-profit organization located in Medina County and have a dedicated mission statement or special project with an arts focus. The application deadline is March 31st.
Don’t miss out—check out the full guidelines here
Medina County Arts Council has begun planning for Arts Week 2025. The purpose of Arts Week is to provide free or low cost artistic experiences, activities and performances throughout Medina County for all ages with a goal to celebrate the arts and the creative spirit that flourishes within our county.
MCAC is looking for businesses, organizations, and local artists who are interested in hosting an event such as a tutorial, workshop, or mini performance.
Please email MedinaCoArtsCouncil@gmail.com with any questions.
The Medina County Arts Council (MCAC), is a 501(c)3 non-profit formally organized in 1983. MCAC is committed to inspire each generation to experience and participate in the arts; to enrich the quality of life and celebrate our artistic heritage; to make art accessible to all people throughout Medina County; to advocate for all forms of artistic expression essential to building vibrant, diverse, and inclusive communities; to encourage education.
Research shows that arts education has been proven to be beneficial for children; not just in academic success, but in behavior and attendance. MCAC is committed to funding quality arts education programs that will provide students with the opportunity to create a work of art in visual, literary, and/or performing arts, share their work through informal presentations or performances, and reflect to their own work.
MCAC awards grants annually to county organizations with an arts-centered focus or arts related projects. These grants allow organizations to provide opportunities to learn and experience artistic expression and make art accessible to all in Medina County.
By nurturing the youth, MCAC awards scholarships to graduating seniors living in Medina County who has been actively involved in the arts in high school. In keeping with its mission, MCAC awards scholarships annually to help fund opportunities for emerging artists to study, develop and practice their art.
The Impact of Supporting the Arts
Your gift will help MCAC:
Award more scholarships to students in the arts
Support more local arts organizations
Create new opportunities for community engagement
Supporting the Medina County Arts Council contributes to the vitality of the local arts scene but also enriches community life, fosters creativity, and can enhance educational opportunities through arts integration. When you support the arts, you’re investing in the cultural health and vitality of your community.
Along with our friends and partners, The Medina County Arts Council (MCAC) is committed to inspiring each generation to experience and participate in the arts through outreach, promotions and enriching the quality of life, and celebrating our artistic heritage.
Please take a moment to read about our organization, the programs, events , and all of the accomplishments that took place in 2024 thanks to the generous contributions made to MCAC.