Purpose/Use: To assist Broward-based, not-for-profit cultural organizations, that have been operational in their cultural disciplines for a minimum of two (2) years immediately preceding the date of application, in meeting general operating expenses associated with the presentation and/or production of a regular season of exhibitions, programs, events or performances open to the general public in Broward County.

Matching Funds: Not required.
Award Size: $10,000 - $75,000. An organization must have documented yearly revenues of at least $40,000 to be eligible for funding. No award may exceed twenty-five percent of the applicant's audited Broward County operating revenue.
GOP Designation Deadline:  December 1
Application Deadline:  February 1

2008 Workshops & Deadlines

General Operating Program Application Deadline February 1, 2008, Friday, 4:30 p.m.	General Operating Program Written Appeals Deadline April 23, 2008, Wednesday, 4:30 p.m.
General Operating Program Panel Orientation March 6, 2008, Thursday, 11:00 a.m. prior to the BCC meeting, or by appt.	General Operating Program Appeals Meeting May 1, 2008, Thursday, 12 noon at BCC Meeting
General Operating Program Panel Review April 9, 2008, Wednesday, 2:00 p.m. Main Library – TBA