The Miami Downtown Development Authority is accepting applications for its Downtown Creative Collaborators Grant (DCCG) program to support projects/events in 2023-2024 taking place in Downtown Miami.
Donor Name: Miami Downtown Development Authority
State: Florida
City: Miami
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 07/31/2023
Size of the Grant: $5,000-$50,000
Details:
Program Objective
DCCGs will include innovative projects/events that should have a demonstrable economic impact on Downtown Miami while also strengthening the appeal of Downtown Miami as a global destination.
Grant Priorities
Priority consideration will be given for the following:
- Outdoor Venues – activating public spaces, green spaces, and unique open-air venues, for example, a rooftop or city park that promotes Downtown Miami’s outdoor options
- Community Building Opportunities – events/programs that promote and connect the Downtown community and attracts tourism
- Family Programming: events/activations that promote and provide programming suitable for the entire family to enjoy at an affordable ticket price point. Content that features the communities, history &/or natural resources in Miami Dade are encouraged
- Programming Featuring Miami as a Global City: promotes Downtown Miami as an international and diverse cultural center, a culinary destination, and an innovation hub
- Cultural and Historic Education: featuring Downtown’s historic story &/or buildings. Content highlights Downtown’s thriving art, culture, and entertainment community
- Public Transportation Awareness: build ridership and awareness of Downtown Miami’s multimodal transportation options through the event location and/or event marketing of Downtown’s diverse transportation options
- Free or Discounted Projects/Events: Cost of admission/affordability are is considerations for grant funding. Free or discounted admissions for area residents, families, and students will receive funding priority. This must be clearly and visibly stated in marketing and promotional material when applicable.
Funding Information
Grant awards can range from $5,000.00 up to $50,000.00.
Eligibility Criteria
For an application to be considered, it must meet the following requirements:
- The project/event’s activation must be within the Miami DDA boundaries and occur during the grant fiscal year
- The applicant must have a reputation of professional and personal excellence and conduct
- The applicant must provide documentation of producing the submitted activation, or a similar program must be included with the submission. If this is an applicant’s first public activation, a comprehensive and detailed business plan needs to be submitted
- The applicant must provide a confirmation letter or a letter of intent from the event venue confirming dates and times for the activation
- Timelines for the activation must include all stages of the project/event. pre-marketing, live event, and wrap-up/post-event
- If the project/event requires permitting from the City of Miami, Miami-Dade County, or approval from Bayfront Park, you are required to provide a copy of either the submitted permit application or an approved permit with your application
- The applicant organization must be an active corporation in good standing as a “for profit” or “not-for-profit”
- The applicant must provide proof of funding commitments from other sources. The Miami DDA’s DCCG cannot be the only funding source for your project/event.
For more information, visit Miami DDA.
