(NASHVILLE, TN), June 22, 2010 – State Senator Diane Black (R- Gallatin) announced today that Community Spirit, Inc. in Robertson County will receive a $5,500 grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission.  The grant is in the category of rural arts project support.

“I am delighted that the Tennessee Arts Commission allocated grant money for this local arts effort,” said Senator Black.  “The arts are very important to our community.”  

The Tennessee Arts Commission will award over 850 community grants for the 2010 fiscal year, totaling $7.3 million. The allocation process involves a review by citizen advisory panels made up of Tennesseans with expertise in appropriate disciplines and a final review by the full 15-member Tennessee Arts Commission. 

Senator Black represents Sumner and Robertson Counties in the 18th Senate District.  The Tennessee Arts Commission is a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences, ensure the citizens of Tennessee have access to and participate in the arts.  Additional information is available at www.arts.state.tn.us.