The Coconut Grove Arts Festival (CGAF) is far more than a beloved three-day celebration each February. It is a year-round engine for arts education, community engagement, and creative opportunity—one that continues to shape Miami’s cultural future. With Give Miami Day 2025 just around the corner (Nov. 20), the Festival is calling on the community it has served for going on 62 years to help sustain and expand this vital work.

A Legacy Worth Supporting

“The Coconut Grove Arts Festival has always stood for more than tents and exhibitions—it stands for opportunity, education, and the belief that creativity transforms lives,” said Dave Hill, Jr., Chairman of the CGAF Board. “Give Miami Day allows us to continue investing in Miami’s young artists and ensuring that our festival’s legacy extends far beyond a single weekend.”

The Festival’s impact includes scholarships for high school and college students, art supplies for local classrooms, mentorship for emerging artists, and year-round community outreach programs that bring creativity into schools and neighborhoods across Miami.

Why Your Give Miami Day Gift Matters

Executive Director Camille Marchese emphasized that donations made on Give Miami Day directly fuel the Festival’s educational and outreach efforts—not the operational expenses of the Festival itself.

“Every dollar given on Give Miami Day supports the programs that inspire young imaginations, mentor new artists, and keep the arts accessible to everyone,” Marchese said. “Your generosity helps us ensure that the Coconut Grove Arts Festival remains a source of pride, creativity, and opportunity for generations to come.”

The Power of Community Giving

Each November, Give Miami Day mobilizes tens of thousands of Miami residents to support the nonprofits that make the city more vibrant, compassionate, and resilient. Last year alone, the event raised $39.5 million for more than 1,200 organizations—including the CGAF. By donating to CGAF on Thursday, Nov. 20, supporters amplify the impact of every contribution through matching gifts and foundation incentives.

Where Your Support Goes

Your Give Miami Day donation helps CGAF:

• Award up to $75,000 annually in student scholarships
• Mentor future creators through the Emerging Artist Program
• Bring artists directly into classrooms through the Visiting Artist Program
• Provide art supplies to youth and community programs in need
• Offer interactive art experiences like The Inner Artist and the Young Collectors Club

These initiatives enrich lives year-round—long before and after the Festival welcomes the world to Coconut Grove each February.

Join Us in Keeping Miami Creative

The Coconut Grove Arts Festival has always been powered by its community. Whether you attend each year, grew up visiting, or simply believe in the transformational power of the arts, your support on Give Miami Day makes a meaningful difference. Together, we can ensure that the arts continue to inspire, uplift, and empower Miami for generations to come.

Make a Difference on November 20

Donate via the Give Miami Day website or visit the CGAF website for details: