FUNDING FOR CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS
Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs FY 26/27 Quarterly Grants Programs
Tourist Development Grants Program (TDC)
Nikenna Smart | (305) 375-5092 | Nikenna.Smart@miamidade.gov
A quarterly program which provides support to significant cultural and/or special events, including sports activities and television/film origination projects that promote Miami-Dade County's appeal as a tourist destination. Activities must be able to stimulate tourism and have significant media impact for Miami-Dade County.
Second Quarter
Courtesy Review Deadline: October 5, 2026, 11:59 PM
Application Deadline: October 13, 2026, 11:59 PM
Community Grants Program (CG)
Karen Diazgranados | (305) 375-2596 | Karen.Diazgranados@miamidade.gov
A quarterly program for non-profit organizations developing small to medium-scale community-based cultural programs, projects and events, such as fairs, parades, neighborhood festivals, conferences and publications.
Third Quarter
Workshop: November 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM - RSVP
Courtesy Review Deadline: November 25, 2026, 11:59 PM
Application Deadline: December 3, 2026, 11:59 PM
FUNDING FOR INDIVIDUAL ARTISTS
FY 2026-2027 Artist Access (ART) Grants Program - Now Accepting Applications
Applications are now open for the first cycle of the FY 2026-2027 Artist Access (ART) Grants Program. Funded by Miami-Dade County in partnership with FUNDarte, the program provides grants of up to $2,000 to help practicing professional artists in Miami-Dade County pursue career-advancing professional development and skill-building opportunities.
Eligible opportunities include specialized workshops, artist residencies, master classes, conferences, teaching artist training, arts leadership training and other non-credit artistic learning opportunities offered in person or virtually.
Grant Maximum Request: $2,000
Application Deadline: Monday, September 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Funding Period: October 1, 2026 – January 30, 2027
Learn more about the Artist Access (ART) Grants Program here.
South Florida Cultural Consortium Grant to Visual & Media Artists - Now Accepting Applications
Applications are now open for the South Florida Cultural Consortium's Visual and Media Artists Grant Program, which awards grants of $7,500 and $15,000 to visual and media artists residing in Broward, Martin, Miami-Dade, Monroe and Palm Beach counties.
Application Deadline: Monday, September 14, 2026, 11:59 pm
Artists may apply by submitting an online application through the Department's grants program portal here.
For additional information or questions, please contact:
Amanda Sanfilippo, Amanda.Sanfilippo@miamidade.gov.
Call to Artists & Online Workshop: Miami International Airport Capital Improvement Program
Deadline: Monday, September 21, 2026, 11:59 PM
Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs through its Art in Public Places Program and Miami-Dade Aviation Department request qualifications for artists to be considered to make full proposals for various locations at Miami International Airport as part of its major Capital Improvement Program (CIP). It is envisioned that a pool of 30-40 artists will be shortlisted to compete for specific public art opportunities over a period of at least two years.
The selected artists will develop proposals for unique artworks that will contribute to the identity of these areas and engage employees, visitors and passers-by in unexpected and delightful ways. Each shortlisted artist will receive a proposal stipend (plus a travel allowance, as needed) to participate in a proposal development phase in collaboration with and with the support of APP, MDAD and the project's selected architectural and engineering consulting team.
Request for Qualifications Deadline: Monday, September 21, 2026, 11:59 PM
Eligibility: Local, national, and international professional visual artists *See full details
Budget: Multiple commissions are envisioned in the range of $100,000 - $500,000+
Click here to view the full project details.
Funding Arts Network Annual Grant Virtual Workshop
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 11:00 AM
The Funding Arts Network (FAN) Annual Grant Workshop will be held virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 11:00 am. The workshop will provide an overview of FAN’s 2027-2028 grant process, including information about the FAN Community Impact Awards. FAN provides funding for programs presented to the public by eligible visual and performing arts organizations in Miami-Dade County. Organizations interested in applying are encouraged to attend the workshop to learn more about the grant process, eligibility requirements and available funding opportunities.
Advance registration is required. The STEP 1 application deadline is Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 5:00 pm. Eligible applicants generally include nonprofit visual and performing arts organizations, or qualifying divisions or units of nonprofit organizations and public entities, whose primary mission includes presenting visual or performing arts programs to the public.
For additional information about eligibility, the application process and the upcoming workshop, visit the FAN Grants webpage or contact vpgrants@fundingartsnetwork.org.
RESOURCES
Jobs with Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs
Cultural Affairs Instructor (Cinematic Arts or Visual Arts)
Marshall L. Davis, Sr. African Heritage Cultural Arts Center
Part-Time, Northwest
Closing date: 9/13/2026
Accountant 2 (Cultural Affairs)
Marshall L. Davis, Sr. African Heritage Cultural Arts Center
Part-Time, Northwest
Closing date: 9/17/2026
Jobs with Cultural Organizations
Development & Marketing Manager
Vocal Youth Miami
Full-Time, Palmetto Bay, FL (Hybrid)
Closing date: 9/15/2026
ARTS EDUCATION HIGHLIGHT
Animation Arts for Young Adults
Registration Deadline: Monday, September 14, 2026
Registration is now open for Animation Arts for Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Related Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Young adults ages 22-30 will learn the fundamentals of animation including creating storyboards, computer animation, and sound design using the industry-standard software Toon Boom, used by Disney Television Animation, Warner Bros., Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon and more. No experience necessary.
Animation Arts for Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Related Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is presented by Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with The Taft Foundation, Fantasy Theatre Factory, The Town of Miami Lakes and the Miami Lakes Special Needs Advisory Board.
When: September 19 - November 21, 2026. Saturdays, 2:00 - 5:00 pm
Culminating Event: December 5, 2026. Students will present their animations in a “film festival” celebration for invited friends and family.
Where: Mary Collins Community Center - 15151 NW 82nd Ave, Miami Lakes, FL 33016
Program Fees: $40 for Miami-Dade County Residents
Visit the website for full program details and detailed schedule, or contact Evelyn Gigiras at evelyn@ftfshows.com.
FACILITY HIGHLIGHT
The Moss Center presents Classic Albums Live: Lynyrd Skynyrd
Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 8:00 pm
The Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center presents an unforgettable night of authentic southern soul that will have you toe-tapping and seat-grooving from start to finish. Experience the raw power of the Skynyrd legacy as Classic Albums Live delivers hit after hit all night long. Take a soulful trip down memory lane with “Tuesday's Gone,” “Free Bird,” “Gimme Three Steps” and more. You won't want to miss lead performer Shain, whose incredible touch and feel bring this legendary album to life, note-for-note and cut-for-cut.
When: Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 8:00 pm
Where: Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center - 10950 SW 211th St. Cutler Bay, FL 33189
Supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts, this Classic Albums Live show marks the third in the Moss Center's lineup of fan favorites, such as "Eagles: Their Greatest Hits" in July and Guns N' Roses: "Appetite for Destruction" in August.
For more information, culture@miamidade.gov. Thank you.
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