Shepherdstown Town Council Grants Financial Aid to Support CATF's Recovery and Growth
Contemporary American Theater Festival awarded grant from Corporation of Shepherdstown
The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, December 12, 2024
By Staff
In a recent meeting reported by The Shepherdstown Chronicle, the Contemporary American Theater Festival (CATF) received a significant funding grant from the Corporation of Shepherdstown. Artistic Director Peggy McKowen presented a request for $50,000 in annual funding for the next two years to help the festival recover from the financial challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite its long-standing presence and positive impact on local tourism, CATF faces difficulties due to limited affordable housing, leading many patrons to forego extended stays in Shepherdstown. The town council, recognizing the economic benefit CATF brings, unanimously approved the funding, emphasizing its importance for local businesses and the community at large.
