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Cora Argotti

RICHMOND

Dominion Energy is inviting nonprofit arts organizations across Virginia to apply for a 2018 Dominion Energy ArtStars award. Shining Star Awards of $10,000 apiece will be awarded in each of five regions to arts and cultural programs that enliven communities through theater, art, music and other creative outlets.

“This year we’re expanding Dominion Energy ArtStars Awards beyond K-12 schools to include organizations that inspire people of all ages to pursue creative endeavors,” said Hunter A. Applewhite, president of the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation.

Last year, Shining Star awards were given to groups teaching filmmaking, art, theatre, dance and music. Videos of last year’s ArtStars programs are at www.dominionenergy.com/artstars.

To be eligible, organizations must have a qualifying arts and education program and an annual budget of less than $1 million. ArtStars recipients from the most recent year are not eligible.

For details on eligibility and to apply, visit www.dominionenergy.com/artstars. Applications are due by Oct. 31, at 5 p.m. Only online applications will be accepted.

CORA ARGOTTI is a spokeswoman for Dominion Energy. She can be reached at 804-771-6115.