Florida Arts Grants

Comcast RISE provides grants to help an even broader range of small businesses, while continuing to focus on diversity, inclusion, and community investment. Donor Name: Comcast RISE State: Selected States City: Selected Cities Type of Grant: Program Deadline: 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Comcast RISE was created in 2020 to help small businesses hardest hit by COVID-19 recover and thrive. They’re pleased to bring Comcast RISE back in 2024, and they’re proud to continue the efforts to help an even broader range of small businesses, while continuing to focus on diversity, inclusion, and community investment. The program is built to help businesses and their communities thrive with a focus on economic growth. This year, Comcast RISE will award 500 recipients in five cities with a grant package that includes business consultation services, educational resources, monetary grant, creative production, media schedule, and a technology makeover. Funding Information Each Winner will receive $5,000 US Dollars in the form of a cash grant (“Monetary Grant”), a creative and media campaign (“Creative and Media Campaign”), a technology makeover (“Tech Makeover”), business education courses (“Education”), and a consultation (“Consultation”). This is awarded based on the judging criteria above. The Monetary Grant award consists of a $5,000 cash prize. The Creative and Media Campaign award consists of the production of a turnkey 30-second television commercial and the right to use that television commercial in a one hundred-eighty (180) day linear TV media schedule. After completion of the 180 day media schedule, recipients will have the opportunity to purchase an extension to the Media Campaign at then-current rates. Approximate Retail Value (“ARV”) of each Creative and Media Campaign prize: $17,500.00. The Education award consists of access to online business education courses through a 12-month complimentary LinkedIn Learning account. The Consultation award consists of a business assessment and tactical planning; business to business coaching; and mentorship to advise on how to grow business. The Technology Makeovers will include some combination of Comcast Business Internet, Voice, and cybersecurity malware detection with no monthly service charge for up to a 12-month period and computer equipment from a selection of laptops and/or tablets. Tech Makeover services can only be awarded to one business location for a 12- month consecutive period. Value of Comcast Business service and equipment not to exceed $7,500.00 for the year. Comcast Business will install services and a modem(s) at the business location specified on the submission. After completion of the 12-month period, recipients will have the opportunity to subscribe to the Comcast Business service at current rates. Exact make, model, type, and quantity of computer equipment received to be determined by Sponsor, in its sole discretion. ARV of each Tech Makeover prize: $7,500.00. Application Criteria To be eligible to apply, companies must meet the following criteria: Open only to eligible small businesses located and operating in one (1) of these geographies (as defined by Comcast via zip codes) in the United States: Atlanta, GA Southern Colorado Houston, TX Jacksonville, FL Richmond, VA Small business must be owned by an individual eighteen (18) years of age or older as of the start of the Program Period that also meets the following eligibility requirements: Person who owns the business is the primary decision maker for, and has been actively engaged in, the day-to-day operations of the business Owner owns at least 51% of the equity of said business Business is independently owned and operated and not a franchise location Business has been actively operating for at least three (3) years Business has been revenue generating for at least the 12 months prior to the Program Period Business does not fall into any of the following categories: Non-profit Chamber of Commerce Public or private education provider that participates in the FCCs E-Rate Universal Service Program Church or Religious Organizations including nondenominational ministries, interdenominational and ecumenical organizations, and organizations whose main purpose is to study or advance religion Political advertiser Any business related in any way to the growing, marketing, sale, distribution, or use of marijuana or related products Manufacturer or retailer of drug paraphernalia Virtual MVPD Internet Service Provider Gun manufacturer or retailer Fireworks manufacturer or retailer Tobacco/vape manufacturer or retailer Illegal products or services provider Adult entertainment company, including, but not limited to gentlemen’s clubs, adult toy stores, adult magazines, and adult programming services Ride sharing service providers (including independent contractors of ride sharing companies.) Business employs one hundred (100) employees (including full-time and part-time employees) or less Employees of Comcast Corporation, and each of its respective parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are not eligible to enter or win Employees of EY (Ernst & Young), Hello Alice, LinkedIn are not eligible to enter or win Only one submission per business owner Business owner has no prior felony convictions, tax-related convictions, or child support delinquency convictions Business owner may not currently be serving (either in a full time or part time capacity) as a federal, state, or local government or quasi-government official or employee Business or business owner who has previously received a Comcast RISE monetary grant, consultation, media, creative production, or technology makeover is not eligible. For more information, visit Comcast RISE.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Palm Beach and Martin Counties to support projects that enhance community capacity, economic opportunity, education, and overall community well-being.

Education Grants allow applicants to conduct education and outreach activities for the benefit of the greater sustainable ag community, and promote efforts in farmer innovations, community resilience, business success, ag diversification, and best management practices. Donor Name: Southern Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Reimbursement Deadline: 08/02/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: Education Grants are open to academic institutions and organizations, such as non-profits and non-governmental organizations, who are interested in conducting education and outreach activities for the benefit of the greater sustainable ag community, and promote efforts in farmer innovations, community resilience, business success, agricultural diversification, and best management practices. Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and 1890 land-grant university faculty/extension cooperators are especially encouraged to apply for this grant for their education and outreach activities. SSARE also considers proposals from organizations/institutions whose projects involve farmers from indigenous agriculture that produces products for community food systems. These enterprises may be eligible where the production activity has an annual value of less than $1,000, even if products are not sold due to cultural factors. Education Grants should focus on a topic area of sustainable agriculture relevance that meets SARE’s program goals. In addition, the proposed project should comprise education/outreach efforts/activities that support the research/education foundation of the institution/organization, and must clearly articulate how those education/outreach efforts/activities will be implemented and evaluated. Examples of Education Grant projects can include one or more of the following, but are not limited to: Experiential (Demonstrations, on-farm tours, field days, workshops, trainings, case studies); Integrative (Conferences, seminars, course curriculum) Reinforcement (Fact sheets, bulletins, books, manuals, videos, online technologies, guidebooks) SARE encourages proposals on quality of life topics that focus on the social health of a farming system. These can include, but are not limited to: Heirs property; Farmers’ markets; food hubs; locavores; CSAs; Local/regional processing/slaughter; Food sheds and food circles; Direct marketing and value-added; Beyond organics value chains; Farm to School/Institution; Civic agriculture, agritourism; Denominations of origin/geographic indications; Non-GMO movement, Slow Food, chef collaboratives; Urban ag systems; Food policy councils, governance structures; and Local/regional certification/branding. Funding Information Education Grant project maximums are $50,000, limited to two (2) years. Education Grants are paid by reimbursement of allowable project expenses. Who can apply? Researchers from public and private institutions, such as 1862 and 1890 land-grant universities or other colleges and universities; government agencies, such as the Natural Resources Conservation Service or USDA-ARS; non-governmental organizations; and community-based organizations. Education Grants strictly fund education and outreach activities related to sustainable agriculture whose outcomes are intended to benefit farmers and farming communities. There is no research involved in these grant projects. Southern SARE accepts proposals from applicants in the Southern region: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Grant Requirements  Education Grant proposals must meet the following basic requirements in order to be considered for funding: Project outcomes must focus on developing sustainable agriculture systems or moving existing systems toward sustainable agriculture. The project must clearly articulate what is being taught, to whom and how the project will accomplish those goals. The results must be realistic, acceptable to farmers, logical, and capable of leading to the actions and benefits described in the proposal. For farmers involved in your project, the primary occupation is farming/ranching or part-time farming. Producers run their farm alone or with family or partners and have a least $1,000 of documented annual income from the operation, as defined by USDA. SSARE also considers proposals with farmers from indigenous agriculture that produces products for community food systems. These enterprises may be eligible where the production activity has an annual value of less than $1,000, but products are not sold due to cultural factors. For more information, visit Southern SARE.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Northeast Florida that focus on initiatives to prevent and address violence against women and girls.

The Arts Grants are intended to serve and support art installations and advancements within the City of Fort Myers. Donor Name: City of Fort Myers State: Florida City: Fort Myers Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The City of Fort Myers City Council has made $110,000 available in Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 for Arts Grants. The purpose of this grant is to further the reach of arts and culture within the community. The City of Fort Myers celebrates and supports the work of local artists, artist groups, and organizations within the community and is grateful for the work that they perform in the community. Eligible Applicants  Applicants from this source must: Be located in the City of Fort Myers. Demonstrate how the project will have a direct effect on the City of Fort Myers (Projects that only affect other municipalities/ counties will not be considered). Grading Criteria Applications will be assessed with the following criteria: Technical Evaluation Criteria (points awarded on a Yes/No basis) Does the applicant complete all required sections of the application? Does the applicant include all required attachments? Does the applicant demonstrate community support (letters of support) Qualitative Evaluation Criteria Points awarded for each criterion on a scale of 1-10. Does the applicant explain why the project is necessary? Will the project have strong community benefit? Does the applicant describe project goals? Does the applicant provide a proposed timeline to accomplish the project purpose, desired goals and expected benefit. Does the applicant provide a brief description of services or activities for each budget category? Do the associated budget items demonstrate reasonable cost effectiveness in meeting project objectives. Does the project have direct benefit to the City of Fort Myers. For more information, visit City of Fort Myers.

The City of Dunedin is now accepting funding request for 2025 Aid to Social/Cultural Non- Profit Organizations. Donor Name: City of Dunedin State: Florida City: Dunedin Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/14/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Priority will be given to Social/Cultural Non-Profit programs that benefit the community as a whole, and for which there is no other City of Dunedin funding source. In order to be eligible, organizations seeking funding must submit to the City of Dunedin, Finance Department a letter fully describing: The amount of funding being requested and the reason(s) that level of funding is needed. The specific area(s) of community need addressed by your organization’s programs. The specific programming and how exactly the funding is intended to be used (e.g. personnel, operating or capital costs). The performance criteria that will be measured and / or reported on to gauge the resulting value to the community. For those that received funding in FY 2024, please note that documentation illustrating the degree to which the organization’s FY 2024 public benefits / performance measures were achieved must be included as part of the application materials submitted. For more information, visit City of Dunedin.

The Little Haiti Revitalization Trust is launching the Small Business Grant Program to support economic growth and revitalization in Little Haiti, Miami. The Trust will oversee and facilitate the city's revitalization efforts in line with the Five-Year Consolidated Plan. The program aims to stimulate employment, business growth, and investment within the Little Haiti boundaries. Eligible businesses can receive up to $20,000 for commercial improvements or $10,000 for innovation improvements, with a match option available. Funding can be used for various commercial improvements such as lighting, roofing, signage, ADA compliance, landscaping, and more. To qualify for funding, businesses must meet specific criteria including registration with the State of Florida before January 1, 2021; possession of a City of Miami-issued Certificate of Use; current status with Business Tax Receipt payments; operation within Little Haiti boundaries; and compliance with financial obligations to the City of Miami. Preference will be given to businesses that align best with the grant program's objectives, legacy businesses operating for 7 or more years within Little Haiti boundaries, and those located in the downtown corridor on NE 2nd Ave between 54th – 71st street within Little Haiti boundaries. For more information and application details, visit Little Haiti Revitalization Trust website.

Grants may be awarded to corporations, associations, or institutions whose purpose is to advance charitable, religious, educational, literary, or scientific goals, or to those organizations whose purpose is to distribute and apply such funds to any one or more such goals, whether located in the city and county of Sarasota or elsewhere. Donor Name: Sarasota County Foundation State: Florida County: Sarasota County (FL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Program Areas Arts, culture, and humanities Education Environment/animals Health Human services International/foreign affairs Public/society benefit Religion Funding Information Average grant size: $5,000 to $10,000. Average total giving per year: $45,000 Geographic Limitations There are no geographic limitations; however, the trust primarily supports services and programs within Sarasota County, Florida. Requirements Organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Limitations The foundation generally does not fund: Endowments Travel Research Annual giving campaigns Completed projects Debt reduction Deficit financing Operating/program expenses Marketing materials and advertising Conferences, workshops, and seminars For more information, visit Wells Fargo.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit programs in Collier and Monroe Counties that assist employed individuals and families facing financial challenges, focusing on measurable improvements in community resilience, financial security, health, and youth opportunities.

Peacock Foundation, Inc. provides grant support to nonprofit organizations in Florida for specific projects and general operations in areas including children/youth, elderly, programs for people with disabilities, arts for educational purposes, environmental education, health/hospitals, medical research, and human services. However, the foundation does not fund capital campaigns, construction or renovation projects, deficit financing or debt reduction, conferences or festivals, fundraising events or advertising, special events or athletic events, individuals, lobbying to influence legislation, or religious organizations unless engaged in a significant project benefiting the entire community.

This grant provides funding to local nonprofit organizations in Manatee County, Florida, to support impactful projects in areas such as arts, education, health, and environmental stewardship.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the Gulf South to promote affordable housing and community resilience in underserved areas through initiatives like first-time homebuyer assistance and home rehabilitation.

The Batchelor Foundation Grant Program primarily provides support for programmatic grants, with occasional consideration given to capital grants. Donor Name: The Batchelor Foundation State: Florida County: Broward County (FL), Miami-Dade County (FL), Monroe County (FL), Palm Beach County (FL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The highest priority is placed on projects and programs that have clearly defined, targeted outcomes outlined in the nonprofit’s grant proposal. Programs that assist children in the areas of education, health and general well being. Programs that provide shelter, food, and/or medicine to animals. Programs that protect or educate the public regarding the natural environment. Some consideration is given to charitable work provided to homeless programs and veteran services. Grant Period Grants are generally awarded for a one-year grant period.  Geographic Region The Batchelor Foundation places highest priority on nonprofits located and providing charitable work in the South Florida counties of Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Monroe.  Eligibility Criteria All applicants must be currently recognized by the IRS as 501(c)(3) public charities and classified as not a private foundation.  In addition, the nonprofit must be actively registered with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to solicit funds in Florida. The Foundation does not fund Direct support of individuals. Organizations not qualified as tax-exempt 501(c)(3). Support for start-up organizations. (Consideration is given only to organizations that have been operating at least five (5) years and have $50,000 of revenue for each of the five years immediately preceding the grantees’s submission of the LOI.) Events, festivals, workshops, conferences or concerts. Capacity building, administrative expenses or operating deficits. Political candidates or campaigns. Political or governmental advocacy. Organizations that act as fiscal sponsors for another charity. For more information, visit Batchelor Foundation.

This grant provides financial support to not-for-profit organizations in Flagler County that create arts and cultural programs or events, fostering community enrichment and engagement.

The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida is currently accepting applications for its Small Arts Organization Grants to small and mid-size arts and cultural organizations in Northeast Florida. Donor Name: Community Foundation for Northeast Florida State: Florida County: Baker County (FL), Clay County (FL), Duval County (FL), Nassau County (FL), Putnam County (FL), Saint Johns County (FL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/23/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The purpose of this funding is for organizational capacity-building and program development. Funding Information Grant size: $10,000. Eligibility Criteria Small to mid-sized organization with current 501(c)(3) status (or a formal agreement with a fiscal sponsor) and a minimum two-year work history. The mission of the organization must be primarily focused on arts and culture. The organization must be based in Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, Putnam or St. Johns County. For more information, visit CFNF.

This funding opportunity supports artists and arts organizations in Akron, Detroit, and Miami-Dade County to enhance their digital practices and community engagement through technology.

This program provides funding to arts, nature, and cultural organizations in Alachua County to support events and activities that attract tourists and enhance the area's cultural vibrancy.

This funding supports Southern nonprofit organizations and government entities in enhancing their artistic programming and professional development through travel and training opportunities.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations for community-based artistic projects and events that promote cultural heritage and community engagement in Miami-Dade County.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit visual, music, and performing arts organizations in Broward County, Florida, enabling them to deliver high-quality cultural programs and arts education for K-12 students.