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Arts organizations may apply for up to 50% reimbursement (maximum $60,000) of venue rental costs for a single exhibition, production, performance, or season of cultural programming in Orange County.
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Get matched →Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs, through United Arts of Central Florida, offers venue rental subsidies for 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in Orange County. The program provides performance and exhibition platforms at publicly accessible venues to elevate production value and access to cultural programming.
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.
Payments made in up to two disbursements: 50% upon acceptance of Funding Agreement and insurance certificate, balance after project completion and reimbursement documentation. For awards under $2,500, full award agreement is complete upon initial notification. If project is completed before receiving funding agreement, applicant may request entire amount in one payment upon documentation.
Events must occur in publicly accessible venues in Orange County, such as Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, Plaza Live, The Abbey, Orange County Convention Center, parks, community centers, school auditoriums, churches, and other cultural organizations' venues.
Submit application online by October 31, 2025. Staff available until 4:00 p.m. on application deadline to provide assistance. Approval carries no assurance of funding in subsequent years.