2017-2018 Cultural Service Grant Program Letter of Intent due March 7, 2017

Duval County arts and cultural organizations interested in applying to the 2017-2018 Cultural Service Grant Program (CSGP) need to submit a Letter of Intent to the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville by Tuesday, March 7, 2017.
 
The Letter of Intent is a required first step in the grant process.  The Letter of Intent form is available and must be submitted online through the Cultural Council’s website.

The Cultural Council administers CSGP on behalf of the City of Jacksonville.  The mission and purpose of CSGP is to provide public support to arts and cultural organizations, which contribute to the quality of life of Jacksonville’s residents.  CSGP awards are granted based on the following evaluation criteria:
 

• Quality of programs
• Exploration of innovative ideas and programming
• Community impact
• Need for the organization in the community
• Community outreach and service to culturally diverse populations
• Management capability of board and staff

 
Twenty-five organizations were awarded $2,416,447 in general operating support for 2016-2017 through the Cultural Service Grant Program.
 
For more information on the Cultural Service Grant Program visit www.culturalcouncil.org.