Van Wert, Ohio – The Mercer County Civic Foundation, whose mission is to enhance the quality of life for the people of Mercer County, has generously awarded Van Wert LIVE a $5,000 grant to support our Community Impact Program.

This transformative program aims to provide opportunities for families who might not otherwise have the means to experience the magic of live entertainment. By offering access to live shows and educational arts experiences, the Community Impact Program helps enrich the lives of children and families, fostering creativity and a love for the arts.

Thanks to this grant, Van Wert LIVE will be able to extend this program specifically to Mercer County residents. On any given show night, Mercer County patrons make up a significant portion of our audience, and we are thrilled to give back to this valued community. The program focuses on ensuring that the arts are accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances.

“We are incredibly grateful to the Mercer County Civic Foundation for their support of our mission to bring world-class entertainment and arts education to the region,” said Jarin Hart, Executive Director of Van Wert LIVE. “This grant will allow us to continue providing impactful arts experiences for families and children in Mercer County, creating memories and opportunities that will last a lifetime.”

Van Wert LIVE is committed to making the arts accessible to all and continues to seek innovative ways to serve and uplift the region through world-class programming. 

Van Wert LIVE brings you entertainment all year long with the help of our Annual Sponsors: Statewide Ford, Central Insurance, First Federal of Van Wert, and Ohio Health. For more information and to purchase tickets to any upcoming Niswonger events, stop out to the Niswonger during Box Office Hours from Tuesday - Friday 10AM - 3PM in person or call at 419-238-6722. Get your ticket 24/7 at vanwertlive.com.