“The Dubois Center is proud to support Charlotte’s creative community by serving as a preferred venue for the 2026 ASC Venue Access Grant. By removing financial barriers associated with rental costs, this partnership allows nonprofits to focus on delivering meaningful, engaging experiences for our community.”
– Stephannie Miles, director of operations at The Dubois Center
The Dubois Center named preferred venue for 2026 ASC Venue Access Grant for nonprofits
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – February 23, 2026 – The Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City has been named a preferred venue for the 2026 Arts & Science Council (ASC) Venue Access Grant for nonprofits, providing expanded access to premier event space for Charlotte-area creative organizations.
The ASC Venue Access Grant supports nonprofit organizations by covering rental fees associated with hosting creative and cultural events. By offsetting venue costs, the grant helps ensure that arts and science programming remains accessible and vibrant across the Charlotte-Mecklenburg community.
As a preferred venue partner, The Dubois Center offers grant recipients a modern, centrally located space in Uptown Charlotte designed to accommodate a wide range of creative programming, including small-scale creative programming, lectures, exhibitions, screenings, panel discussions and community gatherings.
Located in UNC Charlotte Center City, The Dubois Center features:
- Flexible event spaces with advanced audiovisual capabilities
- Floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views of Uptown Charlotte
- A variety of room configurations to support both intimate gatherings and larger-scale events
- On-site support and a streamlined event scheduling process
- Proximity to light rail, parking and Uptown amenities
Nonprofit organizations interested in hosting events at The Dubois Center through the ASC Venue Access Grant are encouraged to review grant guidelines and eligibility requirements through the Arts & Science Council and to coordinate early with The Dubois Center’s event team to secure preferred dates.
For more information about The Dubois Center’s event spaces, amenities and booking process, visit The Dubois Center. For details about the ASC Venue Access Grant, visit the Arts & Science Council.
About The Dubois Center
The Dubois Center is UNC Charlotte’s Center City location, serving as a dynamic hub for graduate education, professional development and community engagement in Uptown Charlotte. Designed with innovation and collaboration in mind, the facility features modern classrooms, flexible event venues, state-of-the-art technology and sweeping skyline views. The Dubois Center provides a premier setting for academic programs, corporate meetings and community events, supporting the University’s mission to connect learning and leadership with the needs of the region.