By Brandy McDonnellThe Oklahoma Arts Council is pleased to announce that Gov. J. Kevin Stitt has allocated $3 million in federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding to support Oklahoma’s arts and cultural sector. The funding is being made available to organizations statewide beginning today through Oklahoma Arts and Cultural Industry Relief Grants administered by the Oklahoma Arts Council ranging from $2,500 to $100,000, according to a news release.Oklahoma’s creative sector, which relies heavily on in-person fundraising and event-generated earned income, has been devastated by the COVID-19 pandemic."The arts industry plays an important role in the cultural history and economic success of our great state," said Gov.Read more on NewsOK.com

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