{"id":54063,"date":"2025-11-20T13:21:06","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T13:21:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/54063\/"},"modified":"2025-11-20T13:21:06","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T13:21:06","slug":"10-cultural-organizations-to-support","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/54063\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Cultural Organizations to Support"},"content":{"rendered":"

Give Miami Day is the closest thing this city has to a local civic holiday. Since 2012, the Thanksgiving spirit has taken over Miami a week early for the 24-hour digital fundraiser organized by The Miami Foundation. And in recent years, the donation spree has become a week-long affair with the introduction of Early Giving. All told, Give Miami Day has grown into one of the largest local giving days in the country, raising more than $100 million through tens of thousands of donations.<\/p>\n

This year, the stakes are even higher. Food insecurity is rising across Miami-Dade, and federal workers are coming off the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. \u201cSix hundred thousand people in Miami \u2014 one out of every four families \u2014 depend on food stamps,\u201d says Rebecca Fishman Lipsey, President & CEO of The Miami Foundation. \u201cWhen those benefits slow down, people panic. It\u2019s primal. And it\u2019s our job as a community not to let half a million people go hungry.\u201d<\/p>\n

Her urgency doesn\u2019t come from pessimism, but from what she sees daily: People stepping up. \u201cMiami is full of people who fled here from everywhere looking for a future. Most people feel grateful to be here, and they want to give back,\u201d she says. \u201cI don\u2019t see apathy in this city. I see people making a difference, and I get to spend my time with that slice of Miami.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Miami Foundation\u2019s work involves funneling resources to the hundreds of nonprofits doing vital work across the county \u2014 some massive, like The Miami Heat Charitable Fund<\/a>; others scrappy operations run by individuals or a handful of people. Give Miami Day is part of that ecosystem, empowering locals to find causes they care about and donate to corresponding organizations with a few clicks. Last year, the day of action garnered 109,000 donations in a single day.<\/p>\n

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Even in a year defined by economic anxiety, Lipsey insists this is exactly when Miami tends to show its character. \u201cWe have a lot of need here, but we also have a lot of wealth here,\u201d she says. \u201cPeople move here for the tax benefits, the business environment, the lifestyle. And once they land, they need to feel grateful and give back. This place needs to be healthy for everybody.\u201d<\/p>\n

In that spirit, here are ten cultural organizations \u2014 some longtime anchors, others first-time participants \u2014 doing essential work to preserve and enrich Miami\u2019s cultural ecosystem.<\/p>\n

\"photoKelani Nichole, a technologist, curator, collector, and exhibition maker, shares her work at Oolite Arts\u2019 Media Art Salon Series.<\/p>\n

Allapattah Collaborative CDC<\/p>\n

The Allapattah Collaborative CDC works to preserve and uplift the Dominican enclave known as Little Santo Domingo. The organization supports Dominican-owned businesses through one-on-one technical assistance, lease negotiation assistance, fa\u00e7ade improvement grants, permitting guidance, and financial literacy workshops. It also hosts events like the recent Festival Del Pl\u00e1tano at Juan Pablo Duarte Park, which showcased live music, art displays, and traditional plantain-based dishes in the neighborhood. The organization says Give Miami Day funds will help more than 60 small businesses graduate from its programs, and that the support will also help with the documentation of community stories for the Smithsonian.1951 NW Seventh St. #600, Miami; 786-220-4590; allapattahcdc.org<\/a>. Donate via givemiamiday.org\/organization\/AllapattahCDC<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Black LGBTQ+ Liberation, Inc. (BLINC)<\/p>\n

BLINC uplifts Black and Brown LGBTQ+ communities through arts programming and wellness-focused cultural events. Its flagship performance series, Thou Art Woman, founded by advocate, attorney, educator, and writer G. Wright Muir, celebrates LGBTQ+ women and allies through spoken word, music, drag, comedy, dance, and storytelling. The series \u2014 now a cornerstone of Miami\u2019s queer arts scene \u2014 has hosted regional and national performers and built a space where queer artists are seen, supported, and celebrated. BLINC also leads community festivals, artist showcases, and healing circles across Miami-Dade and Broward. Give Miami Day funds will go toward expanding Thou Art Woman, creating new artist residencies, and supporting a yearlong calendar of queer-centered arts programming. 6610 NW 15th Ave., Miami; 645-216-2963; blamovement.org<\/a>. Donate via givemiamiday.org\/organization\/Black-Liberation-Alliance-Movement<\/a>.<\/p>\n

HistoryMiami Museum<\/p>\n

HistoryMiami\u2019s world-class archives hold more than two million images and 30,000 objects tracing South Florida\u2019s layered histories. Exhibitions such as \u201cIt\u2019s a Miami Thing,\u201d a permanent collection of artifacts and archival items from the museum\u2019s collections, and the newly opened \u201cBelonging in Transit,\u201d a photographic exploration of migration, tell the story of Miami\u2019s ever-shifting identity. HistoryMiami\u2019s popular city tours, school programs, and Free Family Fun Days also broaden the museum\u2019s impact in the wider community.101 W. Flagler St., Miami; 305-375-1492; historymiami.org<\/a>. Donate via givemiamiday.org\/organization\/historymiami<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Little Bahamas of Coconut Grove Revitalization<\/p>\n

Little Bahamas is one of Miami\u2019s most historic \u2014 and endangered<\/a> \u2014 neighborhoods. Contributions to Little Bahamas of Coconut Grove Revitalization will support the organization\u2019s multipronged approach to preservation, which includes restoring the ACE Theater, Coconut Grove Playhouse, and other neighborhood historic sites; beautification projects; spotlighting Black artisans and creators at the Folklife Village & Marketplace; and much more. 40 NW Third St., Ste. 305, Miami. Donate via givemiamiday.org\/organization\/Little-Bahamas<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Fab Lab Miami<\/p>\n

Fab Lab Miami democratizes access to digital fabrication and creative technology through hands-on education. The lab provides classes in 3D printing, robotics, digital design, laser cutting, and coding, and collaborates with schools and youth groups. Its programs have helped students build prototypes and fostered interdisciplinary collaborations at the intersection of tech and culture. The inaugural space was established in 2020 in Liberty City, with another following in Homestead last year. This summer, the organization took students from its internship program and the Overtown Youth Center on a field trip to Florida State University. 240 Crandon Blvd., Ste 108, Key Biscayne; 305-361-2770; fablabmiami.org<\/a>. Donate via givemiamiday.org\/organization\/Fablabmiami<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Miami Girls Rock Camp<\/p>\n

An inclusive space where girls and gender-expansive youth can be rock stars for a week, Miami Girls Rock Camp has nurtured the musical skills and general confidence of Miami\u2019s youngest creatives since 2015. The organization runs a week-long camp each summer, in which participants ages 8 to 17 learn to play instruments, write a song, and perform it at a Miami music venue. Past showcases have taken place at The Ground, Miami Beach Bandshell, and the outdoor stage at Magic 13 Brewing Co. 4220 NW Fifth Ave., Miami; 305-331-5484; miamigirlsrockcamp.org<\/a>. Donate via givemiamiday.org\/organization\/miamigirlsrockcamp<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Oolite Arts<\/p>\n

One of Miami\u2019s leading artist support organizations, Oolite Arts offers residencies, free and low-cost classes, exhibitions, studio space, grants, and public programs to local creatives. Its Ellies Awards are among the city\u2019s most important grants for local artists. Oolite hosts exhibitions, screenings, workshops, and public art activations year-round. In addition to supporting these initiatives, Give Miami Day donations will support the \u201congoing development of the new 27,000-square-foot Oolite Art Center, which will have more than double the studio and public program space.\u201d 924 Lincoln Rd., Ste. 205, Miami Beach; 305-674-8278; oolitearts.org<\/a>. Donate via givemiamiday.org\/organization\/oolitearts<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Profiles in Black Miami Inc.<\/p>\n

Founded eight years ago by three CBS Miami colleagues \u2014 Keith Moore, Christine Malcolm, and AnnMarie Henry \u2014 Profiles in Black Miami Inc. addresses the lack of media focus on local Black communities by chronicling Miami\u2019s Black history from the 19th century to now. Give Miami Day donations support the organization\u2019s efforts to research historical records, acquire footage for documentaries, and produce and share educational content with the wider community. 720 NE 162nd St., Miami; profilesinblackmiami.org<\/a>. Donate via givemiamiday.org\/organization\/Profiles-In-Black-Miami<\/a>.<\/p>\n

We Met in Miami<\/p>\n

We Met in Miami brings people together through culturally driven gatherings that emphasize connection in a city known for transience. Past programming has included gallery nights, outdoor film screenings, artisan markets, poetry gatherings, dance socials, pottery pop-ups, mural tours, and volunteer activations supporting other Miami nonprofits. It\u2019s one of the fastest-growing social networks of young adults in Miami, leading founders to to plan its second iteration, We Met in Broward. 7801 NE Fourth Ct., Apt. 115, Miami; wemetinmiami.org<\/a>. Donate via givemiamiday.org\/organization\/We-Met-Community-Connection<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The WOW Center<\/p>\n

For more than fifty years, The WOW Center has provided adults with developmental disabilities access to enriching programming including art and music therapy, culinary training, and recreational activities, as well as independent-living support and vocational training. Give Miami Day donations will support the organization\u2019s ongoing expansion project, including new classrooms, training labs, and creative spaces. 11450 SW 79th St., Miami; 305-279-7999; wowcentermiami.org<\/a>. Donate via givemiamiday.org\/organization\/wowcentermiami<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Give Miami Day is the closest thing this city has to a local civic holiday. Since 2012, the…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":54064,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[17878,24935,123,125,124],"class_list":["post-54063","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-miami","tag-history-nostalgia","tag-kids-family","tag-miami","tag-miami-headlines","tag-miami-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54063","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=54063"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54063\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/54064"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=54063"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=54063"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=54063"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}