The charity relies mainly on the National Lottery Heritage Fund, but the county council is its second-largest contributor and historically provided almost 20% of the charity’s total income.
In April, that funding will cease because, Mr Faircloth-Mutton explained, it had to make “tough financial decisions to prioritise essential services like SEND and support for vulnerable children and adults”.
He added that its £500,000 Culture Project Fund pot meant it remained “committed to fostering inclusion and supporting museums and arts organisations across Suffolk.
“This fund will help ensure fairer, more equal access to funding for local projects, strengthening our communities and boosting wellbeing throughout the county,” he said.
“Organisations like Suffolk Artlink are encouraged to apply and take advantage of this opportunity.”
The charity’s resources had already been stretched but it now faced the task of raising £100,000 in the next year, with a target of £30,000 by the end of January, Mr Winch said.
Its campaign calls on individuals, businesses, and local organisations to support it through donations, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising events.
“We will probably have to make choices about some of the services we offer,” said Mr Winch.
Other Articles
No Comment! Be the first one.