"Since 1996, our Foundation has supported local performance groups with the resources they need to continue bringing high quality entertainment and culture to the children, youth, adults and families of the Antelope Valley,” said Lou Bozigian, the foundation’s board president.

The recipients of this season’s grants are: Antelope Valley Ballet, Antelope Valley Community Concerts Association, Antelope Valley Symphony Orchestra and Master Chorale, Cedar Street Theatre, Lancaster Community Orchestra and Kiaolani Hula Studio.

The Foundation’s Board of Directors consists of Louis V. “Lou” Bozigian, President, R. Steven Derryberry, First Vice President, Dr. John Porter, Second Vice President, Timothy Doerfler, Treasurer, Berna Mayer, Secretary and directors, Dr. Inpamani S. Arul, Marco Johnson and Mark E. Thompson.

For more information about the Foundation and opportunities to support the arts in the Antelope Valley, please contact Julie Secory, administrative assistant, at (661) 723-6082 or jsecory@cityoflancasterca.org.