About The Grant
The TDC Arts, Culture & Heritage Grant Program 2026, administered by the St. Johns County Cultural Council and overseen by the Tourist Development Council, offers an exciting opportunity for organizations seeking to enhance St. Johns County as a culturally vibrant destination. Funded by the Tourist Development Tax, these grants support programs and promotions that are arts, culture, or heritage-related and are designed specifically to attract tourists to the area.
Eligible applicants can apply for one of two funding types: Out-of-Area Marketing Support or Program and Marketing Support. Marketing-only grants are for existing programs with no major changes, while Program and Marketing Support is available to organizations proposing new or significantly enhanced programs or events. This is a reimbursement grant, meaning awardees must document eligible expenses to receive funds. Organizations must present a strong out-of-area marketing plan, as funding is specifically geared toward promoting events to visitors from outside St. Johns and surrounding counties.
Important Details
- 1. Application Deadline: May 31, 2025
- 2. Link to Application: TDC Arts, Culture & Heritage Grant Program
- 3. Donor Name: Tourist Development Council (TDC)
- 4. State(s): Florida (St. Johns County)
- 5. Grant Duration: Not mentioned
- 6. Grant Amount:
- Out-of-Area Marketing Support: Up to 30% of program expenses, with a cap of $30,000
- Program and Marketing Support:
- Programs with expenses over $167,000: Up to 45% or $75,000, whichever is less
- Programs with expenses between $100,000 and $167,000: Up to 50% or $50,000, whichever is less
- Programs with expenses under $100,000: Up to 50% or $50,000, whichever is less
- 7. Qualification Criteria:
- Grant activities must occur within St. Johns County
- Programs must be arts, culture, or heritage-focused and promoted to out-of-area tourists
- Applicants must be legally authorized to do business in Florida with Active Status from the Florida Division of Corporations
- Applicants must provide an out-of-area marketing plan with supporting documentation for reach and analytics
- For year-round applicants:
- Must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in St. Johns County
- Must operate a public facility (e.g., museum, theater, historic site) open at least 180 days per year
Taking Action
If your organization is working to elevate the arts, culture, or heritage in St. Johns County and attract visitors from beyond the region, this grant provides an excellent opportunity to gain support. With a deadline of May 31, 2025, now is the time to develop your proposal and out-of-area marketing plan. Share this opportunity with your network of Latino organizations and creative professionals to help grow visibility and impact across Florida’s thriving cultural landscape.
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