The Rowan Arts Council announced April 1 as the deadline for the 2016 spring cycle for Arts & Cultural Development grant applications.

The grants are designed to support the vision and mission of the Rowan Arts Council by providing direct support to arts and cultural partners. There are two grant cycles each year, with the spring grant cycle applications due April 1, and the 2016 fall cycle grant applications due Nov. 1.

Application forms and grant guidelines are available on the Rowan Arts Council website at http://www.visitsalisburync.com/rowanartscouncil/grants/arts-cultural-grant/  The Rowan Arts Council will also mail applications and guidelines upon request. Applications must be received no later than April 1 at 5 p.m.

The Rowan Arts Council is available to help interested applicants in preparing competitive grants. Grant applications are evaluated by the Rowan Arts Council board of directors. Awards for the spring cycle are announced in May.

For more information, contact Rowan Arts Council at 704-638-3100 or email visitorinfo@visitsalisburync.com