Local artists and organizations can apply for nearly $14,000 in grants through the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation. The SRCCF distributes the funding through its Arts of Starved Rock Country Fund, which collaborates with the Illinois Arts Council Agency to support a wide variety of creative projects. Pamela Beckett, SRCCF founder and senior director of philanthropy, said the SRCCF was excited to have more applicants this year for the grants. There have also been additional grants of nearly $21,000 awarded, bringing the combined total of grants since the inception of SRCCF to $143,000. Artists and organizations seeking more information can visit Arts of Starved Rock Country’s website or call the SRCCF at 815-252-2906.