Funding Support for the Festival
The Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival is a non-profit arts organization made possible by many kindred spirits who take an active role in keeping the literary arts vibrant and accessible. We most gratefully acknowledge their vital help, encouragement, and support.
Major Funding Provided By:
Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities
Major funding for the Festival is made possible through a grant from the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities, state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Since the Festival's inception, the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities has provided vital support to our organization, facilitating the Festival's literary program, assuring essential funding for panel discussions, as well as underwriting our annual "Coffee and Conversation" series. LEH celebrates the many cultures of Louisiana and shares the Festival's goals of promoting literacy and cultural curiosity.
Louisiana Division of the Arts
The Festival is supported by grant funds from the Louisiana Division of
the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of Culture,
Recreation and Tourism, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts
Council.Funding has also been provided by the National Endowment
for the Arts, a Federal agency.We thank the Louisiana Division of the Arts
for its continued efforts to encourage the expansion of audiences and to
stimulate public participation in the arts in Louisiana while developing Louisiana’s cultural
economy. This grant went toward providing support for our literary program.
The Arts Council of New Orleans
This program is supported in part by a Community Arts Grant made possible by the City of New Orleans as administered by the Arts Council of New Orleans. We value the continued support of the Arts Council of New Orleans and their continued efforts to expand the opportunities for artistic expression which bring the community together.
University of New Orleans
As an institute of higher learning, the University of New Orleans consists of educators who understand the importance of nurturing new intellectual ideas in the arts. Since 1987, UNO has generously provided administrative services and professional production values while working with the Festival to make its One-Act Play Contest a success. UNO provides a graduate student from its Creative Writing Workshop who works twenty hours a week as an assistant in the Tennessee Williams Festival office. Liaising the strengths of the Creative Writing Workshop and the Department of Film, Theatre and Communication Arts, UNO seeks to foster new talents while upholding standards of literary excellence.
The Historic New Orleans Collection
Embracing the past, sustaining the future, the Historic New Orleans Collection maintains its partnership with the Festival as the host for our Tennessee Williams Scholars Conference and our Master Class series. For 24 years, the rich cultural backdrop of THNOC's courtyard and lecture hall has provided a tranquil setting in which students of literature can share new ideas and learn from each other. We also appreciate the hospitality provided by The Collection for our patrons and visiting authors.
National Endowment for the Arts
Through its literature, a nation expresses its hopes and fears, and tells its stories to its citizens and to the world. The National Endowment for the Arts is committed to providing opportunities for Americans to make literature a more important part of their daily lives. The Arts Endowment seeks to sustain and nurture a multiplicity of American literary traditions by:
Ensuring that literary presses and magazines, community-based organizations, and national literary centers complement the trade publishing sector in the shaping of contemporary American letters.
Supporting organizations that nurture emerging and mid-career writers and provide assistance to nascent literary organizations.
Supporting endeavors to provide America's readers with direct access to contemporary writers.
The Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival also received support from the National Endowment for the Arts through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
Muriel's Jackson Square Restaurant
Muriel's Jackson Square continues its relationship with the Festival as a major sponsor by hosting several of our literary panels and special events. Located in Jackson Square in the French Quarter, Muriel's offers fine cuisine and quintessential New Orleans charm.
Cenac Towing Co., LLC
We are proud to acknowledge our continued partnership with Cenac Towing Co., LLC. With their generous support, we are able to organize our annual fundraiser, as well as to bring in theatrical legends for our opening night gala. A special thank you to Mr. Arlen B. Cenac, Jr.
Omni Bank
Omni Bank's mission is defined by four magical words: "The Difference Is Service." Every day that mission reminds us that we serve you by demystifying the complexities of finance. We are more than just your local bank, we're your partner. You share your hopes and dreams with us. We share our years of experience and professional advice with you. Almost magically, your dreams become a reality. We are proud to be a part of the community and a sponsor of the 2010 Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival.
The Zemurray Foundation
The Festival is deeply thankful to the Zemurray Foundation, whose contributions in support of operations enable the ongoing stability of our organization.
The Eugenie and Joseph Jones Family Foundation
The Festival thanks the Eugenie and Joseph Jones Family Foundation, which continues to support education and New Orleans arts organizations and hospitals.
The Joe W. and Dorothy Dorsett Brown Foundation Foundation
The Joe W. and Dorothy Dorsett Brown Foundation was established in 1959 and is involved in funding medical research; housing for the homeless; organizations who care for the sick, hungry or helpless; religious and educational institutions; and organizations and groups concerned with improving our local community. Efforts are restricted to the states of Louisiana and Mississippi with a focus on South Louisiana, the New Orleans area, and the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Our Mission: To Alleviate Human Suffering.
Tulane University
Tulane pursues its mission by cultivating an environment that focuses on learning and the generation of new knowledge; by expecting and rewarding teaching and research of extraordinarily high quality and impact; and by fostering community-building initiatives as well as scientific, cultural and social understanding that integrate with and strengthen learning and research. This mission is pursued in the context of the unique qualities of Tulane's location in New Orleans and the continual aspiration to be a truly distinctive international university.
W New Orleans - French Quarter
A quiet spot in the city that purrs with nightlife during even the sun-drenched hours, W New Orleans French Quarter is adjacent to historic Jackson Square and boutique shops, and is a short walk from galleries, the Riverwalk, and Harrah's Casino. Savor the French Quarter's charms. Lounge in the outdoor courtyard's living room or by the fountain. Stroll along the gothic cast-iron gate surrounding the illuminated outdoor pool. Dine beneath Venetian chandeliers and angels at BACCO, owned and operated by Ralph Brennan.
WYES
WYES is committed to providing quality, value-based public television to the citizens of New Orleans and is proud to support the Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival.
Additional University Support is Provided by:
Southeastern Louisiana University
Located in Hammond, Louisiana, the university is home to a fine creative writing program and publishes the notable literary journal, Louisiana Literature. The Department of English offers Bachelor of Arts degrees in English, Liberal Arts Studies, and English Education; minors in English, Creative Writing, Professional Writing, and Gender Studies; and Master of Arts degrees in English, Literary Studies, and Creative Writing.
Festival Underwriting and Support is also provided by these valued sponsors and individuals:
AT&T
The Azby Fund
Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC
Adelaide Benjamin
Brennan's Restaurant
Besh Steak, Harrah's Casino
Chateau Bourbon
Chevron
Glazer's Distributors
The Fertel Foundation
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
New Orleans Magazine
Larry L. Murray, The Capitol Group
Pelican Publishing Company
The RosaMary Foundation
St.Charles Avenue
The Weilbaecher Family Foundation
Whitney National Bank
Windsor Court Hotel
Very Special Thanks to These Generous Contributors, who give in-kind and individual gifts of time and expertise:
Jeff Aymond
Bayou Playhouse
Joy Bollinger
Boucherie
Rose Bratcher
Nina Buck, Palm Court Jazz Cafe
Cafe Bamboo
Mark Cave
Sheila Davlin
Dragon's Den
Dunn and Sonnier Flowers
Alden Eagle
Tom Erhardt, Casarotto Ramsay, Ltd
Randy J. Fertel
French Market Association
Dave Gajee
Zachary George
Nikki Gordy
Rick Gratia
Ride Hamilton
Stephanie Holden
Joshua Holmes
Shaye Hope
Thomas Keith, New Directions Publishing
Karissa Kary
Karen Kern
Jonathan Lane
Reverend Spooky LeStrange
Melissa Lewis
Bill Loehfelm
Danny Marks
Marie McConnell
Gene Meneray
Amy O'Neal
One Eyed Jacks
Maida Owens
Kelly Pepper
Chuck Perkins
Peter A. Mayer Advertising
Joycelyn Reynolds
Blair Runion
Veronica Russell
Paul and Judy Schmollinger
Kathy Slimp
Jennifer Stewart
Ruby Tremont
Britton Trice
Maureen Tully
UNO Press
University of the South, Sewanee, Tennessee
Civil Sheriff Paul Valteau and the Reserve Deputies Association
Chris Wiltz
WWNO-FM
WRBH-FM
Lea Young
