Arts Council of Fayetteville | Cumberland County Releases FY24-25 Annual Report

FAYETTEVILLE, NC — The Arts Council of Fayetteville | Cumberland County has published its 2024–2025 Year in Review, detailing a year of cultural impact and economic momentum. It highlights the Arts Council’s role as a catalyst for cultural tourism—drawing visitors, boosting local spending, and elevating Fayetteville and Cumberland County as a vibrant destination

Some of the notable metrics included:

• $1,096,180 distributed to artists and organizations through grant funding

• $1.65 million generated in government revenue

• 13,439 visitors for Arts Council exhibits

Arts Council leadership feels inspired by the direction and growth of the organization. “The 2024-25 season has been transformative, demonstrating once again that art has the power to heal, unite, and strengthen our shared bonds,” said Bob Pinson, President/CEO of the Arts Council. “Our vision is an arts community where creativity flourishes and everyone feels welcome to participate, create, and connect.”

Board Chair, Luis Collazo, echoes this sentiment. “The arts are fundamental to a vibrant society—they strengthen our economy, enhance educational opportunities, and build bridges across diverse communities,” expressed Collazo. “We've established clear strategic priorities that align programming with community needs while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.” 

Access the full report here.

Learn more about the Arts Council, including its full range of programs, services and events at: www.theartscouncil.com

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The Arts Council of Fayetteville | Cumberland County is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization based in Fayetteville, N.C. that connects our communities, embraces diversity, promotes individual creativity, advances economic development, and fosters lifelong learning through the arts. As the primary steward of public and private funding for arts, cultural and history activities in the Cape Fear Region, the Arts Council and the agencies it supports are known for the core values of excellence, accountability, transparency, collaboration, and innovation. theartscouncil.com

Grants, programs, and services of the Arts Council are funded, in part, by contributions from community partners and through grants from the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, and the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural & Cultural Resources. ncarts.org