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    Preserving Diverse Cultures Division

    PCA's Preserving Diverse Cultures Division seeks to support organizational stability, expansion of authentic and relevant arts and cultural programming in diverse communities including those whose members identify as BIPOC; and to support the training of capable administrators.

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    Strategies for Success participants - a group of more than 20 BIPOC individuals - pose together at a training.

    Overview

    The Preserving Diverse Cultures (PDC) Division supports the creation, development, and stabilization of organizations, programs, and projects whose mission and artistic work are deeply rooted in and reflective of the perspectives of historically under-represented, diverse cultures including those whose members identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC).

    Additionally, the applicant's programs and staff are representative of or offer unique perspectives regarding, diverse cultures including BIPOC communities.

    Strategies for Success

    Please note: The application period for 2024-2025 Strategies for Success is closed. The 2025-2026 guidelines and application will be available in January 2025.

    This participatory, multi-year, multi-level capacity-building program addresses and supports organizational development with an emphasis on entities serving historically under-represented diverse communities including those whose members identify as BIPOC.

    • Support is provided through implementation awards, technical assistance, and professional development workshops and conferences.
    • Participation in the program is based on three levels of organizational readiness - Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced.
    • Funding and continued participation at each level is dependent on meeting eligibility and participation requirements, and an annual assessment.

    Please note: Applicants to Strategies for Success may be eligible to apply to the PCA's Creative Sector Flex Fund (CSFF) or Entry Track grant programs. 

    Additional Resources

    Please note: When resources allow, the PDC Division provides technical assistance, funding for professional development for individual artists, and consultancy support for organizations not eligible to participate in Strategies for Success. The Division also offers virtual and in-person organizational and professional development convenings, webinars, and workshops. The availability of these opportunities will be announced via the PCA website, email, and social media.

    Questions about Strategies for Success?

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    Dana Payne, Director of DEI Initiatives, Diverse Cultures & Heritage

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