We make art possible
Our work makes art more accessible to all, so that everyone, from our neighbors to our future generations, can live in a more inspiring and enriching community.
Because The Arts Matter
Beyond the shows and exhibits we love, the arts shape our community — they open young minds, drive our economy and bring cultures together.
Our United Efforts
As Central Florida’s local arts agency, United Arts raises and distributes funds for arts, science and history organizations in our region. Our grants, programs, and resources fuel local arts and culture.
Bring arts to more classrooms
All kids deserve to be inspired. We keep field trips going and art programs alive so our kids can learn with imagination and creativity.
Keep arts for everyone
Because art belongs to all of us. Our funding allows more museums, theaters and events to stay free or affordable.
Keep culture vibrant
More public art. More cultural festivals. More experiences that enrich our diverse communities.
Power diversity and inclusion
Representation is everything. Our DEIA programs bring more diverse perspectives into the board rooms and committees that shape our community.
Our Story
In 1989, Central Florida business and community leaders united under one vision to ensure the future of our region as a place of inspiration and diversity.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, United Arts has become the leading resource for 125+ local nonprofit arts organizations. And while we’ve grown, our mission has always stayed the same — to enrich communities by investing in arts, science and history.
The Vision: All people of Central Florida have access to quality arts, science and history.
Our values
Excellence
Never settle for less. The job's not done until you're proud of the effort.
Impact
Stay focused on our goal. Make a difference. Move the needle.
Fairness
Ask, 'how can this be more inclusive for everyone?'
Care
Keep inspiration flowing. Do everything with deep care and intention.
Transparency
Build trust through clear communication. Always maintain the highest standard of integrity.
Our Strategic Plan
United Arts was born by dreaming big. And beyond dreams we have a strategic plan to make this vision a reality:
VISION: ALL PEOPLE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA HAVE ACCESS TO QUALITY ARTS, SCIENCE AND HISTORY
EXPAND OUTREACH
Develop and grow United Arts’ grants and outreach programs that are inclusive, equitable, impactful and sustainable.
Central Florida’s cultural sector is more inclusive of the diverse community that we serve.
INTENTIONAL DEI + A
VISION: ALL PEOPLE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA HAVE ACCESS TO QUALITY ARTS, SCIENCE AND HISTORY
INCREASE AWARENESS
Increase awareness of United Arts as a trusted resource for arts, science and history in the region.
Bolster United Arts’ capacity to meet the growing needs of the cultural sector in the Central Florida region.
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