Independent Arts News Reporting Flemington DIY Receives $14,000 Grant from Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission
Monday, February 17, 2025.
Pictured Above: A Fleminton DIY artist. Photo Credit: Contributed.
Newsroom Post: FLEMINGTON, NJ
Flemington, NJ – Flemington DIY has been awarded a $14,000 Local Arts Grant (LAP) for 2025 from the Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission. The grant is a continuation of general operating support from the Commission.
“We are grateful to the Cultural & Heritage Commission for this Local Arts Program Grant, which will enable Flemington DIY to continue delivering music and art programs to the greater Flemington community and to serve as a critical part of the burgeoning local Arts and Cultural District,” says Jeff Cogen, board member, volunteer, and treasurer at Flemington DIY.
Funds will aid in covering Flemington DIY’s overhead for the year, allowing the organization to focus on deepening its growing array of programs and offerings to community members of all ages, backgrounds, and income levels.
“It’s been exciting for me to be a part of a new program at DIY. Whether it’s a 1-day event or a recurring program, DIY’s ability to support local artists of all kinds is truly vital to getting new ideas off the ground,” says new board member and volunteer Megan Henninger. “Comedy was new in 2023, and is becoming a staple for a growing group. I can’t wait to see what else we are able to do at DIY with this funding!”
Pictured Above: Artists start young at the nonprofit. Photo Credit: Contributed.
The re-grantees were announced in early February, which also include Acme Screening Room, Hunterdon Choral Alliance, Art Yard, and River Union Stage, among others. “Flemington DIY is a living force and a bright spot in the community,” adds board member Judd Roth. “The financial and mentoring support from the Cultural & Heritage Commission, the staff, and the County Board of Commissioners is greatly appreciated.”
Flemington DIY recently published their 2024 Annual Report highlighting achievements, accomplishments, new initiatives, and continued success, which can be found at flemingtondiy.org/annual-reports.
FLEMINGTON DIY (Do It Yourself) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide an inclusive art space that engages the community with the burgeoning
Pictured Above: Nate Tota who is part of the Jazz Series line up at Flemington DIY. Photo Credit: Sourced.
