This fund was begun utilizing the bequest gift of a long-time friend of the Arts Center Greenwood. The cultural hub of Greenwood County, and one third of Greenwood’s “Emerald Triangle” arts district, the Arts Center is housed in Greenwood’s former Federal Building, which once housed the U.S. Post Office as well as many federal government offices. The 3,000 square-foot gallery hosts local and regional art exhibits throughout the year, and the Mays Reception Hall is available as a unique venue for events. The Arts Council of Greenwood County plays a key role in the growth and development of existing artistic groups and encouraging new ones. A number of area artists and arts organizations maintain studios in the building in addition to classrooms, conference and meeting rooms, office space for the Arts Council of Greenwood County, Self Family Foundation and the Greenwood Regional Tourism and Visitors Bureau.

Arts Council activities also include Art in the Afternoon, Art Adventure Camp, the Gallery Holiday Sale, Fall for the Arts, special concerts, gallery exhibits by local artists and the development of cultural facilities. Each year the distribution from this Fund will be used to support operations and fund special projects and events.