Since 2006, SKARTS has led the effort to provide local artists and art organizations with the funding and visibility they need to pursue their dreams.
Our Mission
Celebrating the visual + performing arts by creating an environment where community + cultural activity thrive.
SKARTS presents arts programming, concerts, studio tours, and other activities to support its community grants.
We are a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization.
Grants
Each year, we award grants to local arts and cultural organizations to enable their work and support the vital services they provide our community.
Art4SKARTS
Our juried art show and sale is an exciting evening that showcases the work of dozens of local artists and is the primary fundraiser that supports our grant program.
Our Impact
Since 2006, we have helped local artists and arts organizations continue their work, support new programs and events, and continue to enrich the Skaneateles area with their creativity.
We have provided financial support to over
30 organizations
in the Skaneateles area.
We have awarded grants totaling over
$110,000
to local artists and art organizations.
We have produced
5 art shows
We have showcased the creative work of over
100 individual artists
at our annual art shows.
Board of Directors
Laurel Moranz, President
Korinne Silverman, Vice President
Claude Lemaitre, Treasurer
Sandy Ezzo, Secretary
Joy Lopiccolo, Grants Committee Chair
Chris Carcione, Communications
Cindy Donnelly, Director
Elisabeth Fournier, Director
Chiara Kuhns, Director
Ali Rhoad, Director
Stephanie Rudnick, Director
Bettina Smallman, MD, Director