The Tri-M Foundation aims to foster and promote the production and presentation of regional performing and media arts. It supports new and existing arts organizations and educational institutions with grants and gifts, alongside organizing salons and publishing on the arts. With a focus on traditional and experimental forms in theatre, music, dance, and motion pictures, it seeks to support the development of new works and emerging artists, engage regional communities with performances and discussions, and contribute to the study and research of these art forms.
The Performing Arts Grant Program by the Tri-M Foundation supports innovative, high-quality performing arts projects, events, and festivals undertaken by regional non-profit arts organizations, specifically in Theatre and Dance for the current funding year. The grant prioritizes projects that align with the applicant organization’s mission, contribute significantly to its season, and are meticulously planned. It emphasizes works that challenge artists, engage audiences deeply, and incite important dialogues. Projects should offer a fresh regional perspective, reflecting the local culture, history, aesthetics, or character, and be willing to tackle sensitive or controversial issues. The initiative mandates inclusivity, requiring programs to be accessible to all public members. Financial assistance ranges from $3,000 to $10,000 for projects lasting up to 12 months, with an expected 5 to 10 awards annually.