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Cultural Grants Workshop for Arts Groups, Artists and Nonprofit Community Organizations

IN-PERSON
Monday, March 24 at 6 PM- ​Cultural Grants Workshop Presented in Partnership with Miami-Dade County Commissioner Keon Hardemon
District 3 - RSVP

Marshall L. Davis, Sr. African Heritage Cultural Arts Center
6161 NW 22nd Avenue
Miami, FL 33142

Who Should Attend:
Arts groups, cultural organizations, community nonprofit organizations, individual artists and artist collectives are invited to attend these free workshops about Miami-Dade County's cultural grants programs. Municipalities, social service organizations, colleges and universities may also be eligible to apply. Learn how to apply for arts funding and which grants programs may be the right fit for your cultural project.

Cultural Affairs staff will provide information about the competitive funding opportunities for nonprofit arts groups and artists as well as other helpful resources available for the cultural community.

Art projects that are especially encouraged include those:

  • with a strong community involvement;
  • with an outreach component that promotes inclusion and equitable access to the arts;
  • with a focus on delivering cultural services to underserved populations and/or under-resourced neighborhoods;
  • that have the potential to generate tourism;
  • that are particularly sensitive to the needs of indigenous cultural activities;
  • that are encouraging the preservation of heritage, traditions and culture: and,
  • where social service organizations and cultural groups are developing collaborative intervention projects using the arts.

There will be an interactive Q & A session following the workshop presentation. Questions will be addressed in English, Spanish, or Haitian Creole. ADA/accessible accommodations are available.

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

IN-PERSON

Tuesday, April 1 at 6 PM - ​Cultural Grants Workshop Presented in Partnership with Miami-Dade County Commissioner Eileen Higgins

District 5 - RSVP

Koubek Center

2705 SW 3rd Street

Miami, FL 33135

Wednesday, April 16 at 6 PM - ​Cultural Grants Workshop Presented in Partnership with Miami-Dade County Vice Chairman Kionne McGhee

District 9 - RSVP

Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center

10950 SW 211th Street

Miami, FL 33189

Thursday, May 8 at 6 PM - ​Cultural Grants Workshop Presented in Partnership with Miami-Dade County Chairman Anthony Rodriguez

District 10 - RSVP

Westchester Cultural Arts Center

7930 SW 40th Street

Miami, FL 33155

Monday, May 12 at 6 PM - ​Cultural Grants Workshop Presented in Partnership with Miami-Dade County Commissioner J.C. Bermudez

District 12 - RSVP

Doral Contemporary Art Museum

5775 NW 84th Avenue

Doral, FL 33166


FOR ORGANIZATIONS

Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs
Quarterly Grant Programs Deadlines

Tourist Development Grants Program (TDC)
Nikenna Benjamin | nikenna.benjamin@miamidade.gov

The Tourist Development Council grants program provides support to nonprofit and for-profit organizations presenting significant cultural or special events, including sports activities and television and film origination projects that promote Miami-Dade County’s appeal as a tourist destination.

FY 2024-2025 Fourth Quarter
Courtesy Review Deadline: Monday, April 07, 2025, 11:59 PM
Application Deadline: Monday, April 14, 2025, 11:59 PM

 


RESOURCES

Celebrate the arts at the 2025 Serving the Arts

Join the Arts and Business Council of Miami and the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs for the 2025 Serving the Arts Awards on Monday, April 21, 2025 at Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre. The event brings together arts patrons, elected officials, business leaders, and arts enthusiasts for an inspiring morning dedicated to celebrating the cultural community and to recognize and honor arts heroes and champions whose dedication and support are key to sustaining a thriving and flourishing arts community.

The arts play a vital role in Miami's economy, contributing over $2.2 billion annually. Come together and celebrate the impact of the arts in our community! Tickets are only $25.


2025 SERVING THE ARTS AWARDS

Monday, April 21, 2025

9:30 AM to 1:30 PM


at Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre
280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL 33134

Honoring Arts Heroes and Champions

Miami-Dade County Mayor's Legacy in Arts Award
Corporate & Cultural Partners Awards
Michael Spring Leadership Award
Arts & Education Inspiration Award
Elected Official of the Year Award
Emerging Arts Legend Award
& more!

Secure your spot today and be a part of this memorable event.

Click here for tickets and details.


Call for Grant Panelists!

The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs invites members of the community to apply to serve as a grant panelist. We are seeking individuals interested in volunteering their time to review applications for cultural grants funding from Miami-Dade County, through the Cultural Affairs Council and administered by the Department of Cultural Affairs.

Each year the Department of Cultural Affairs relies on the services of many volunteer panelists, who review and evaluate grant applications and make funding recommendations. Panelists play a key role and help maintain a fair and open process and assist in the continuous development of Miami-Dade County’s artistic and cultural communities by bringing their expertise to the panel review process. Panels are comprised of artists, arts-related professionals, educators, community members, business leaders and others with current or prior active involvement in the arts. Many panelists are arts professionals who are qualified by their activities, training, skills, and/or experience in one or more art forms; however, we equally welcome arts enthusiasts, advocates, and supporters to apply.

Click here for more information and to fill out the Grant Panelist Nomination Form online.

 


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It is the policy of Miami-Dade County to comply with all of the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. To request materials in accessible format, sign language interpreters, CART, and/or any accommodation to participate in Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs sponsored programs or meetings, please contact Dana Pezoldt 305-375-4634 /  culture@miamidade.gov,  five days in advance to initiate your request. TTY users may also call 711 (Florida Relay Service).