FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 4, 2026

Cultural Foundation of Harrison County Announces Community Arts Project Grant Recipients

Harrison County, WV — The Cultural Foundation of Harrison County is proud to congratulate the recipients of its most recent Community Arts Project (CAP) Grants, awarded to organizations whose projects strengthen arts, culture, and creative learning throughout Harrison County.

These grants support a wide range of initiatives — from youth arts education and theatrical productions to historic preservation, music programming, and community celebrations — all aimed at increasing access to and appreciation of the arts.

“The list of projects we are supporting this cycle are diverse, and each one has the potential to touch untold lives,” said Justin Litton, Cultural Foundation board vice chair. “We are grateful for the opportunity to help support these organizations and are excited to see the impact of their projects.”

About the Community Arts Project (CAP) Grants

Community Arts Project Grants are awarded by The Cultural Foundation of Harrison County to initiate or further worthwhile projects that promote cultural and artistic awareness and participation. Grants of up to $1,000 are available to nonprofit organizations, schools, and community groups serving Harrison County.

Eligible projects may include, but are not limited to:

• Visual and performing arts programs
• Music and theatrical productions
• Public art and community beautification
• Arts education and youth programming
• Historic and cultural preservation efforts

Organizations interested in applying for 2026 Community Arts Project Grants should visit https://theculturalfoundation.org/programs/ for application materials, eligibility requirements, and deadlines. Applications are offered in two annual cycles based on project timing.

2025 (Round Two) CAP Grant Recipients

The Cultural Foundation of Harrison County congratulates the following organizations and projects:

• Bridgeport High School Theater — Support for artistic direction for Sponge Bob the Musical, a student-led theatrical production.
  
• Bridgeport High School — Assistance with student participation in the West Virginia State Thespian Festival.
  
• Clarksburg History Museum — Development of The Story Archive, a digital initiative preserving personal stories connected to local history.
  
• Clarksburg League for Service — An arts-based painting project designed to engage and inspire children.
  
• Clarksburg-Harrison Public Library — Author services and programming focused on strengthening early writing skills.
  
• Clarksburg History Museum — Live music programming for downtown First Friday community events.
  
• West Virginia Heritage Crafts — Support for an annual music day featuring live performances and educational materials.
  
• Liberty Middle School — Assistance with student participation in show choir competitions to grow choral arts programs.
  
• Robert C. Byrd Thespians — Funding for costumes, props, and licensing for a student theater production.
  
• Shinnston Community Bank — Support for a holiday and summer concert series open to the public.
  
• Robert C. Byrd High School — Judging and reception costs for the annual Youth Art Month student exhibition.
  
• The Clarksburg Children’s House — Materials and programming support for the school’s annual arts showcase.
  
• Double U Pictures LLC — Production materials for The Sweater, an Appalachian short film rooted in regional folklore.
  
• American Legion Post 31 — Musical instruments provided to veterans and students through the Vets with Guitars program.
  
• Liberty Middle School — Transportation and entry costs for an eighth-grade educational field trip to Fallingwater.

For more information about the Community Arts Project Grants or other Cultural Foundation programs, visit https://theculturalfoundation.org/programs