PENNY BETTLES
Fox Theatre
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland on Tuesday announced $1,295,450 has been awarded to 108 recipients in the latest round of Kansas Arts Commission (KAC) grant funding. The funds will support museums, arts education, music, dance, visual arts, professional and community theater, creative writing, murals, poetry and other creative projects.
Grants were awarded in 42 counties, and Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre is proud to be one of three recipients in Reno County, receiving $16,564 in General Operating Support.
“General operating support is crucial for Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre to maintain its vibrant presence in the community,” states Penny Bettles, Development Administrator at the Fox Theatre. “As a cherished cultural landmark, the theatre relies on this funding to cover essential expenses such as utilities, staffing, and maintenance. With stable financial backing, the Fox Theatre can focus on expanding its outreach, preserving its historic architecture, and fostering an inclusive space where art and culture thrive.”
“Ticket sales cover only the costs of the artists and the expenses associated with staging performances. To sustain our operations and continue providing exceptional cultural experiences, we rely heavily on the generosity of our members, sponsors, and donors, as well as grant writing and fundraising efforts. This support is vital for covering essential operational expenses.” said Bettles.
“It is important for the state to engage, connect and support the abundant creativity that can be found throughout Kansas,” Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “The Kelly-Toland Administration knows strategic investments in the arts enrich our communities, strengthen our economy, and enhance our quality of life — all which make our state the best in the nation to live, work and play.”
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