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Cultural Tourism Funding | United Arts of Central Florida United Arts Grants Cultural Tourism (CT) Funding Enhance the Orlando area’s arts and cultural identity Present quality arts and cultural experiences United Arts of Central Florida facilitates the Orange County Cultural Tourism Funding program.
Eligibility Requirements: Any arts and cultural organization that meets every one of the following eligibility requirements: Cultural nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation registered and in good standing with the State of Florida and IRS, OR, an American Alliance of Museums (AAM)-accredited museum that meets all other requirements the same as a 501(c)(3); AND current/in compliance with any open Orange County grants.
An organization must be a 501c3 for at least three years at the time of application date to apply for Cultural Tourism Funding. Successfully delivered an event or series of events in Orange County within the last five years, drawing significant tourist interest and enhancing the region's cultural appeal.
The arts and cultural event for which you are applying will take place in ORANGE COUNTY and will be accessible and promoted to the general public. The project occurs within the Project Period of Nov. 1, 2026 to Feb 28, 2028, with actual event(s) that occurs between January 1 to December 31, 2027.
The arts and culture activities proposed are not a supplementary event at a non-arts conference, professional meeting, reunion or other similar gathering. Market to potential visitors beyond the immediate four-county area of Orange, Osceola, Lake and Seminole counties. Show community support through donations, specifically for this project, that match the requested amount at least dollar-for-dollar.
Attend the FY27 Cultural Tourism Funding workshop. The CT27 Webinar was held on Friday, May 08, 2026, 1:00-2:30 p. m.
First-time applicants were required to attend. Please see the recording and slideshow pdf below. If you missed this requirement, please email Beatriz@UnitedArtsCFL.
org. FY27 Cultural Tourism Funding - workshop PDF FY27 Cultural Tourism Funding - workshop RECORDING Have a checking account with a licensed financial institution.
Currently prepare at least quarterly financial statements (Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss Statement), also called Statement of Financial Position and Statement of Activities, that are reviewed and approved by the board (either signed statements or shown in board minutes to have been approved); within 9 months of fiscal year-end.
The level of financial statements required (self-reported, to reviewed financials, to audited financial statements) and the maximum amount of the request is based on the three-year average of operating revenue, as reported on the IRS Form 990's File an annual IRS Form 990 (also acceptable: 990-EZ, 990-N with additional financial statements or documentation of annual revenue.
The FY27 Cultural Tourism Funding application period is now open, for events that occur between January 1-December 31, 2027. Application opens: April 20, 2026 The CT27 Webinar was held on Friday, May 08, 2026, 1:00-2:30 p. m.
First-time applicants were required to attend. Please see the recording and slideshow pdf below. If you missed this requirement, please email Beatriz@UnitedArtsCFL.
org. FY27 Cultural Tourism Funding - workshop PDF FY27 Cultural Tourism Funding - workshop RECORDING Application deadline: Thursday, July 09, 2026, by 11:59 p. m.
EST Tuesday, June 16, 2026 – Last day to submit a draft application for full narrative staff pre-review. Thursday, July 09, 2026, 3 p. m.
– Last day for staff assistance – all general questions. Cultural Tourism Review Panel meeting -- September 16, 2026 (8:30 am – 1:30 pm) – Cultural Tourism Review Panel meeting at TBD. At least one representative of each applicant is required to attend.
In-person. Location: To be announced Advisory Council meeting: Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 8:30 a. m.
- 10:00 a. m. – Arts & Cultural Affairs Advisory Council votes on Review Panel funding recommendations.
Applicants are highly encouraged to attend. Board of County Commissioners meeting: Final approval -October 27, 2026 – Board of County Commissioners approves funding recommendations. Council members and applicants are encouraged to attend.
For eligibility, applicant meetings by appointment only, or more information, contact Beatriz@UnitedArtsCFL. org Orange County, Florida logo Verbiage: “This project is funded in part by Orange County, Florida through the Arts & Cultural Affairs Program. ” Can we use a portion of our United Arts General Operating Support as part of our match?
No, that has historically not been an allowable match due to the fact that Orange County contributes significantly to the funding pool for United Arts' Operating Grants. Project grants can apply as match if that funding is specifically for the same proposed item(s) in the Cultural Tourism Funding proposal. Can applicants use Venue Subsidy Funding Awards for matching funds for Cultural Tourism application and budget?
Venue Subsidy Funding is awarded in the fall after the Cultural Tourism Funding application is submitted. You may not use Venue Subsidy funds from Orange County for matching funds for your request amount in the Cultural Tourism application. However, you can and should apply those funds toward the project expenses, if the Venue dates are related to your CT proposed event dates.
FY27 Cultural Tourism Event Dates - Within Jan 1, 2026 - through Dec 31, 2027. Venue Subsidy Funding for FY27 may be used on approved events' venue rentals in Orange County for FY27 CT events between Jan 1, 2026-Sept 30, 2027. Venue Subsidy Funding from FY27 awards may be used on approved events between Oct 1, 2026-Dec 31, 2027.
So it's OK to include your estimated Venue Subsidy award in the application, and include that in the budget, but it may not be counted in the matchable funds line items. Finally, report all expenditures for the FY27 CT projects, using any Venue Subsidy that was awarded within the timeframe of your events. FY27 Cultural Tourism Funding Program The CT27 Webinar was held on Friday, May 08, 2026, 1:00-2:30 p.
m. FY27 Cultural Tourism Funding - workshop PDF FY27 Cultural Tourism Funding - workshop RECORDING How to Apply for FY27 Cultural Tourism Funding - Recording Mandatory for first-time applicants and recommended for those applying after a year away. Alternative: if you miss the workshop, you can schedule a review of the workshop with Beatriz@UnitedArtsCFL.
org Prior applicants can review the workshop online to be aware of new or change requirements.
Calculate Maximum Request Amount & required financial statements Application Forms Workbook-A_Budget-B_Match-C_Marketing How to get a Unique Entity ID - UEI Tools & Links to resources : Evaluation Matrix for Applicants Americans for the Arts (AEP6) economic impact calculator - Central Florida Region - Prepare your own organization's or project's impact report!
Independent Sector – see Guidelines pg 23 for Value of Volunteer time, toward in-kind matching support SCORES & RANKING - (for FY27 Cultural Tourism Funding) FUNDING AGREEMENT & PAY 1 (for FY26 Cultural Tourism Funding) IRS W-9 form - to register as payee with United Arts (for first-time grantee only) ACH Form to Set Up an Account for Payment Processing & Vendor Account Instructions - for first-time grantee, or if bank account information has changed Update Budget and Match Form- for any proposed project budget or actual matching fund changes The Change Request form is located within the agreement for Pay 1 Logos for all Orange County grantees: NEW Orange County logo ( No longer using Leaper) Verbiage: “This project is funded in part by Orange County, Florida through the Arts & Cultural Affairs Program.
” Arts & Culture Calendar - How to post events WITH category OCACA & run a report/PDF FY27 CT-Report-Forms-Pay Reports -- PRIOR YEAR PROGRAMS -- FY26 Cultural Tourism Funding Program WORKSHOP: - WATCH THE RECORDING | Download the Presentation How to Apply for FY26 Cultural Tourism Funding - Recording Tuesday, June 10, 11:00a-12:30p* - Mandatory for first-time applicants and recommended for those applying after a year away; Alternative: if you miss the workshop, you can schedule a review of the workshop with Trudy@UnitedArtsCFL.
org Prior applicants can review the workshop online to be aware of new or change requirements. Calculate Maximum Request Amount & required financial statements Application Forms Workbook-A_Budget-B_Match-C_Marketing Board of Directors Form (within the application; the Nonprofit Search Profile will no longer be required or accepted).
How to get a Unique Entity ID - UEI Tools & Links to resources : Evaluation Matrix for Applicants & Panel (see Guidelines page 16&17) Americans for the Arts (AEP6) economic impact calculator - Central Florida Region - Prepare your own organization's or project's impact report!
Independent Sector – see Guidelines pg 23 for Value of Volunteer time, toward in-kind matching support FY26CT-Report-Forms-PayReports SCORES & RANKING - (for FY25 Cultural Tourism Funding) OR One-pager View (all requests ranked together) FUNDING AGREEMENT & PAY 1 (for FY25 Cultural Tourism Funding) IRS W-9 form - to register as payee with United Arts (for first-time grantee only) ACH Form to Set Up an Account for Payment Processing & Vendor Account Instructions - for first-time grantee, or if bank account information has changed Update Application Budget & Match Forms - for any proposed project budget or actual matching fund changes Change Request Form - for changes in scope of project, budget, dates, or leadership Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs "leaper" logo (color), or "leaper" logo (black & white/transparent outline) Verbiage (“This project [or project name] is funded in part by Orange County Government through the Arts & Cultural Affairs Program.
” Arts & Culture Calendar - How to post events WITH category OCACA & run a report/PDF FY25 CTF - Pay 2 & 3 Forms FY24 Cultural Tourism Funding Program - Resources to maintain grant The virtual workshop for How to Apply for FY24 Cultural Tourism Funding: recording on YouTube and slide deck here .
Final ranking and funding recommendation from Advisory Council (from FY24 Cultural Tourism Funding) This video guide on the right is designed to help grant holders manage their grants and clarifies our expectations and requirements. For more how-to videos, please go to our YouTube channel . Grantee & Applicant Resources Our Solicitations of Contributions Act Registration Number is CH-459.
A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll-free (800-435-7352) within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state. An audited financial report is available at unitedartscfl.
org/about/financials/
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Cultural nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporations registered and in good standing with the State of Florida and IRS, OR, an American Alliance of Museums (AAM)-accredited museum. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Cultural Tourism Funding (Orange County, FL) are due July 9, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Cultural Tourism Funding (Orange County, FL) is funded by United Arts of Central Florida. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Florida. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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