Arts are at the Root of Ding Darling

The Arts are at the Root of Ding Darling project is a grant agreement between the Florida Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, and the Ding Darling Wildlife Society, Inc. This award, identified by solicitation number 7C357 and grant number 27.c.p.s.114.357, provides 150,000 dollars for fiscal year 2027. These funds were appropriated under line 3333 of the FY 2027 General Appropriations Act and are intended to serve as a match for a National Endowment for the Arts subaward. The scope of work for this project includes the creation of an introductory package and the implementation of three sets of art exhibitions and programs. The performance period runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Compensation is structured through four fixed-price deliverables, with each payment totaling 37,500 dollars upon completion.