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Orange County Grants

OCACA – DEI Project (CT Supplement)

Purpose: to support projects that aim to promote equity within our cultural community. Projects must involve a significant collaboration with an artist or organization from an underserved or underrepresented community.
Eligibility:
Nonprofits, Other Organizations
County:
Orange
Application Period: November 2024 - January 2025
United Arts Grants

Operating Support Grants

Supports the operations of cultural nonprofit organizations, increasing the variety of cultural experiences available to residents and visitors in Central Florida.
Eligibility:
Nonprofits
County:
Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole
Application Period: July 2024 - September 2024
United Arts Grants

Diversity in the Arts

General operating support funding for art, science, and history organizations that are BIPOC / ALAANA - Centered
Eligibility:
Nonprofits
County:
Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole
Application Period: August 2024 - October 2024

Diverse Leadership Pipeline

Reflecting Our Community, Diversifying Decision Makers

In our pursuit of a vibrant and inclusive arts and cultural sector, United Arts has developed a program to address board vacancies and succession within local nonprofit organizations. Through the Diverse Leadership Pipeline, we aim to connect individuals with the passion and skill sets needed to drive positive change in Central Florida's arts and cultural landscape.

Interested in applying for a board opportunity? Apply to the Diverse Leadership Pipeline.

Diversity in the Arts Grants Program

The Diversity in the Arts Grants Program is dedicated to providing funding and technical assistance for BIPOC leadership and cultural organizations who serve underrepresented populations in our region.

We believe in intentional investments that fuel the growth, stability, and representation of the culturally diverse communities in our region. Introduced in 2021 by United Arts, this program takes an action-oriented approach to amplifying opportunities for people of color to create and engage in transformative cultural programming throughout Central Florida. Visit our Grants Search page to learn more.

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The Diverse Leader Pipeline

The Diverse Leadership Pipeline is a United Arts program that brings diversity into the arts boards and committees across Central Florida. We match diverse candidates with available board positions based on their interests and skill sets.

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