Opportunity Grants

Each “State of the Arts” license plate purchased in Sarasota County funds Opportunity grants.  As the designated local arts agency, the Alliance is responsible for establishing the program, managing the application and evaluation process and ensuring funds are used to support arts and culture according to established guidelines. 

Non-profit organizations in Sarasota County that do not qualify for or did not receive a Tourist Development Cultural/Arts Grant may apply. Eligible projects must demonstrate artistic merit, community involvement and administrative competence. 

Information regarding the 2025 Opportunity grant cycle coming soon! 

Buy a State of the Arts License Plate

The Florida Arts License Plate Program was created by the Legislature in 1994. Funds collected through the sale of these specialty plates are distributed to the counties where the plates are sold and are used to support arts organizations, programs, and activities within that county.

Counties receive money directly from the Department of Highway, Safety and Motor Vehicles. Each county must designate a recipient organization to administer funds that support arts activities within that county.

For more information about the distribution of funds from this program you can:

• Use the Specialty License plate Search tool to find the number of plates sold (by county or by plate)
• View the Annual Revenue Reports for the Department of Highway Saftey and Motor Vehicles at flhsmv.gov/html/safety.html under Revenue Reports.

Want to purchase a Florida Arts License Plate?
You can find your local tag agency using this list of Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Office Locations by county.

Source: http://dos.myflorida.com/cultural/info-and-opportunities/florida-arts-license-plate/