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2024-2025 MCA Cultural Grants Recipients. $60,000 was awarded to 11 arts organizations
For more information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Jaye Baillie, MCA Executive Director by clicking here, or calling (352) 369-1500.
MCA annually presents Applaud the Arts, Ocala’s largest gathering of artists, arts organizations, MCA members, and the business community. This signature event kicks off the cultural season in Ocala with the announcement of arts awards, cultural grants recipients and is always set in one of our favorite cultural venues. Following the brief program, guests enjoy tapas, libations, and entertainment. Stay tuned for the 2025 Applaud the Arts announcement.
We Applaud the Arts because…
We hope you will join artists, CEO’s, Entrepreneurs, elected officials, arts patrons, and nonprofit leaders as we gather to applaud the visionary individuals and organizations who play such a vital role in the quality of life in Ocala/Marion County.
Email MCA Executive Director Jaye Baillie for more information or call (352) 369-1500
EDUCATION AWARD – Charles Eady
Recognizes an arts educator (K-college) who utilizes the arts as a tool for achieving excellence.
VISION AWARD – Angie Lewis
Recognizes an individual or an organization in Ocala/Marion County for their outstanding advocacy of the arts.
SERVICE AWARD – Darian Mosley
Recognizes an exceptional individual for their dedicated volunteerism in the arts and contribution to the arts community.
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