The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida

10 Artists Receive Art Ventures Grants

10 Artists Receive Art Ventures Grants

Ten Northeast Florida artists recently received grants of $5,000 each as part of The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida’s Art Ventures initiative, now in its 34th year. The awards provide a springboard for the artists to advance their artistic practices, pursue new projects and bring their work to new audiences. “I hope this year’s Art […]

A Strong Advocate for Teachers, Public Education: A spotlight on Cindy Edelman

A Strong Advocate for Teachers, Public Education: A spotlight on Cindy Edelman

As a former art history teacher, Cindy Edelman has a passion for education and supporting teachers in the community. “Teachers need to be shown that they’re valued by the community,” Edelman said. “Teachers need opportunities just like everyone else in a professional role to broaden their opportunities, broaden their teaching practice and exchange ideas with […]

Ulysses Owens, Jr. Selected for the Ann McDonald Baker Art Ventures Award

Ulysses Owens, Jr. Selected for the Ann McDonald Baker Art Ventures Award

Grammy award-winning performer, producer and educator uses music to empower Jacksonville youth Grammy Award-winning jazz percussionist, producer and educator Ulysses Owens Jr. was recently named the 2022 Ann McDonald Baker Art Ventures Award recipient by The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida.  The award, bestowed annually, recognizes a gifted local artist whose work brings distinction to […]