A total of $43,000 in art grants have been awarded by The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in partnership with The Woodlands Arts Council to initiatives across Montgomery County, according to a Jan. 16 news release.
The Performing Arts Microgrants program for 2026 continues a program that has invested $130,000 in performing arts education and access since 2024, according to the news release.
Measuring the impact
Microgrants go toward programs such as music instruction, performance opportunities, equipment and expanded arts programming.
Recipients of the latest grants include:
- Caney Creek High School
- The Woodlands Symphony Orchestra
- Patterson Elementary School
- Conroe High School
- Young Texas Artists
- The Woodlands Chorale
- College Park High School Choir
- Legacy Preparatory Christian Academy, theater program
- Legacy Preparatory Christian Academy, drum line program
- Buckalew Elementary School
- The Woodlands Diversion
- Travis Intermediate School Choir
Quote of note
“We are honored to support the outstanding work happening across our community,” said Jeff Young, president and CEO of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. “These performing arts microgrants allow us to invest directly in the teachers, ensembles and organizations shaping the artistic future of Montgomery County. Their passion strengthens our mission and creates opportunities for students and audiences to thrive through the arts.”