Small Capital for Nonprofit
ACHF Arts Access
Grant funds would be added to current seat campaign contributions so as to be able to collect $171,200 which is one half of the cost of theatre seat replacement. Patron related outcomes would include: 1. Ability to better serve those with varying disabilities. 2. Enhanced patron access with additional seating capacity. 3. Comfortable seating for shows. 4. Seats requiring little or no repair. 5. Attractive and pleasing environment. A daily accounting of funds coming in measures progress and will clearly indicate when we have reached our goal. When new seats are installed we will be able to measure: 1. The number of people served who have disabilities. 2. Increased ticket sales. 3. Decreasing patron complaints regarding seating. 4. Decreasing repair hours and dollars. 5. Patron comments regarding the attractive and pleasing environment.
Patron satisfaction is so important to the success of the arts in general and performing arts and entertainment in particular. With 806 new seats we've added cup holders; the seats are 3 inches higher (aiding in leg comfort); on average seats are 1.5 inches wider; there are six transfer seats for wheelchairs with arm that raise up serving not only transfer patrons, but also people of size; and there are eight wheelchair of scooter positions which allow for better visibility and for these patrons to be closer to the stage. Outcomes beyond comfort include increased accessibility for all patrons and enhanced ingress and egress.
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