Growing Augusta: Arts, Agriculture, & Agency

The South Arts organization offers a Southern Arts Relief & Recovery Fund providing $500 stipends to artists in specific FEMA-designated disaster areas of Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Eligible artists must be 18 or older, actively engaged in their art practice for income, and meet specific residency and impact requirements....

Topic: the USDA Forest Service's Community Forest and Open Space Conservation Program. The program offers grants to acquire private forestland threatened by conversion, prioritizing projects delivering significant community benefits (economic, environmental, educational, recreational). Applications, due January 13, 2025, require a 50% non-federal cost share and must demonstrate community engagemen...

TOPIC: a comprehensive plan for developing a sustainable and vibrant food system in Augusta, Georgia. The plan prioritizes improving local food access, supporting urban growers, establishing a governmental role in urban agriculture, promoting environmentally resilient practices, and branding Augusta as a local food destination. Specific initiatives include establishing mobile farmers' markets, far...

The United States Department of Agriculture is offering grants to foster partnerships aimed at increasing the diversity of visitors to national forests.  The grants will support projects  that promote inclusivity, equitable access to outdoor recreation, and representation of underrepresented communities.  Successful applicants  will create resources, programming, and outreach initiatives to achiev...

Content sourced from Growing Augusta: Arts, Agriculture, & Agency's "How to Sell at Farmers Markets" webinar, supported by Southern SARE, This is a comprehensive guide to selling at farmers' markets, covering crucial steps , including researching suitable markets, completing vendor applications and obtaining necessary licenses, and building relationships with other vendors and customers.  The...

Take a listen to get the real reason why you should join the Greater Augusta Arts Council. The Greater Augusta Arts Council website highlights its role in fostering the Augusta arts community. It showcases upcoming events like the Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival and provides resources for artists, including micro-grants and insurance information. Recent news includes announcements of new mur...

What is MASC and how do farmers qualify/apply? The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) has introduced a new program that could benefit your organization. The Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops (MASC) program offers $2 billion in funding to help specialty crop producers expand markets and address rising costs. Applications are open Dec. 10, 2024 through Jan. 8, 202...

Looking for a side hustle in Augusta Georgia during the busiest time of the year? Look no further! The Masters tournament draws many visitors, creating opportunities for various side hustles. Some general ideas include renting out accommodations (rooms, houses) via platforms like Airbnb or VRBO, offering transportation services like airport shuttles or rideshares, selling homemade food or beverage...

Title: Stop, Wait, and Go: The Gigging Musician’s Roadmap to Success Summary: In this episode, Karen Gordon, founder of Garden City Jazz and a seasoned gigging musician with over 25 years of experience, shares three game-changing principles for musicians looking to thrive in their careers. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to elevate your gigging game, Karen’s insights will help you shif...

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