Because The Arts Matter

Beyond the shows and exhibits we love, the arts shape our community — they open young minds, drive our economy and bring cultures together.

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Our Brand

Our United Efforts

As Central Florida’s local arts agency, United Arts raises and distributes funds for arts, science and history organizations in our region. Our grants, programs, and resources fuel local arts and culture.

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Bring arts to more classrooms

All kids deserve to be inspired. We keep field trips going and art programs alive so our kids can learn with imagination and creativity.

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Keep arts for everyone

Because art belongs to all of us. Our funding allows more museums, theaters and events to stay free or affordable. 

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Keep culture vibrant

More public art. More cultural festivals. More experiences that enrich our diverse communities.

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Power diversity and inclusion 

Representation is everything. Our DEIA programs bring more diverse perspectives into the board rooms and committees that shape our community.

Our Story

In 1989, Central Florida business and community leaders united under one vision to ensure the future of our region as a place of inspiration and diversity.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, United Arts has become the leading resource for 125+ local nonprofit arts organizations. And while we’ve grown, our mission has always stayed the same — to enrich communities by investing in arts, science and history.

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The Vision: All people of Central Florida have access to quality arts, science and history.

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Our values

Unite with Excellence

Excellence

Never settle for less. The job's not done until you're proud of the effort.

Unite with Purpose

Impact

Stay focused on our goal. Make a difference. Move the needle.

Unite with Fairness

Fairness

Ask, 'how can this be more inclusive for everyone?'

Unite with Care

Care

Keep inspiration flowing. Do everything with deep care and intention.

Unite with Transparency

Transparency

Build trust through clear communication. Always maintain the highest standard of integrity.

Our Strategic Plan

United Arts was born by dreaming big. And beyond dreams we have a strategic plan to make this vision a reality:

VISION: ALL PEOPLE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA HAVE ACCESS TO QUALITY ARTS, SCIENCE AND HISTORY

EXPAND OUTREACH

Develop and grow United Arts’ grants and outreach programs that are inclusive, equitable, impactful and sustainable.

Central Florida’s cultural sector is more inclusive of the diverse community that we serve.

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VISION: ALL PEOPLE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA HAVE ACCESS TO QUALITY ARTS, SCIENCE AND HISTORY

INCREASE AWARENESS

Increase awareness of United Arts as a trusted resource for arts, science and history in the region.

Bolster United Arts’ capacity to meet the growing needs of the cultural sector in the Central Florida region.

BUILD CAPACITY

Volunteer with Us

Find opportunities to help an event or cause, meet like-minded people, and help our arts and culture community thrive.

Ways to Give

Every contribution counts. See how you can make art thrive in our community.

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Discover the world of arts and culture in Central Florida — upcoming festivals, shows, exhibits, workshops, and more.