GIVING TUESDAY NOW
#GivingTuesdayNow is a global day of giving and unity, set to take place on May 5, 2020 as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19.
The day is designed to drive an influx of generosity, citizen engagement, business and philanthropy activation, and support for communities and nonprofits around the world.
There are several different ways you can participate. Check it out below!
Traditionally held on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, this year the world will come together on May 5, for a special giving day in response to COVID-19.
We know our community is hurting right now, so we wanted to find a cause that we could all rally behind — helping our local artists cover the town in murals.
Some of the most famous murals in America were created through the WPA program during the depression. They were paying artists to do work that is meaningful to the community. That way the artist could eat, and the community could benefit from their work for a long time.
That's what Bay Arts Alliance plans to do. Pay artists to help our communities thrive. But we need your help!
Right around this time, we were going to hold an arts festival that would feature mural painting downtown. The festival is canceled until next year, but we are committed to moving forward with the murals.
We were originally planning to commission 10+ murals, but some of our sponsors have had to pull out of sponsoring the event.
We do have enough money to commission six murals. We are asking our community to help us sponsor at least one more mural, so we can pay another local artist a commission that will help them pay their bills.
Every little bit helps!
If you can't donate, we completely understand! Everyone is hurting right now.
Something everyone can do is share the cause with everyone you know.
We will be posting on social media and sending out an email or two around May 5, so you'll have plenty of opportunities to participate and share.
BY THE NUMBERS
What your donation will pay for:
$2,500
Average cost of 1 large mural
$1,000-1,500
Goes to the artist (depending on size)
$500-1,300
Goes to supplies (depending on lifts needed)
$100 - 200
Goes to local restaurants for meals
DONATION AMOUNTS
When we say every little bit helps, we mean it. If four people donate $5, that pays for a meal and tips, which helps a local artist eat while they work, and helps a local restaurant pay their employees.
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If you are looking for a little guidance on donation amounts, we've put together a list to help you understand on a more granular level what your donation will pay for.
$5
Every $5 adds up!
$20
Pays for one meal
(including a generous tip to help out restaurant employees)
$50
Pays for an hour of the artist's fee
$75
Pays for a 5-gallon can of paint
$100
Pays for a can of UV and Graffiti protection
$250
Pays for one day of an artist's fee
$1,000
Pays for half a mural
$2,500
Pays for an entire mural
SHARE THE CAMPAIGN
Even if you can't donate money, sharing the campaign with your friends and your family is one of the most important ways you can help us reach our goal.
The more people that see it, means there's more people that might donate. The more people that donate, the more murals we can commission—which will help our local artists, local restaurants, and our city.
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Our community has wanted murals for a long time. Let's make our dreams a reality!
TAG! YOU'RE IT.
Let's turn Bay County into the official Arts county of Florida!
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Next time you renew your license plate, get an Arts tag to show the world that you support the Arts! ​Get a tag and then tag others on social media (or another method) to pass the challenge on.
Not only will you have one of the most unique tags in the country, but you will also be supporting the development of the Arts in Bay County.
The $20 fee for the Arts tag goes directly to Bay Arts Alliance. We then use that money to support Arts programming and education across Bay County.
Once you get your tag or make a pledge to get one the next time you renew, spread the word! Tag 3 friends on social media and challenge them to support the arts through an Arts tag. ​
FAQs
How much does the Arts license plate cost?
The Arts license plate costs $20 more than a regular plate.
Why should I buy an Arts license plate?
When you purchase an Arts plate, you are giving more than monetary support of the Arts. You are making a public statement that the Arts are important.
The Arts improve quality of life for everyone in the county and attract new businesses to the area. The Arts beautify cities and inspire innovation. The Arts are key to creating a healthy, diverse county, but investment in the Arts is often a last priority for local and state governments.
By purchasing an Arts plate, you are showing local and state governments that you understand the value of the Arts and support funding for the growth of the Arts in Bay County.
Let's make Arts license plates the norm in Bay County and turn our county into the official Arts County of Florida.
Where do the fees for the Arts licenses go?
The $20 fee for the Arts plate goes directly to Bay Arts Alliance. We are then able to regrant the money to arts organizations in the county and use it for arts programming and education across the county.
How do I purchase an Arts license plate?
When you renew your registration, tell them you want to replace your current license plate with a "State of the Arts" plate. You can purchase your license plate by mail, or in person at one of the tag offices in Bay County
Who can buy Arts license plates?
Anyone who has a currently registered Florida auto, truck, or trailer may order Florida Arts License Plates.
If you have a business with a fleet of vehicles, we encourage you to purchase the Arts license plate to support the Arts. Supporting the Arts helps improve your employees' quality of life. Putting an Arts tag on all of your vehicles is a great way to show them you care!
Do I have to wait for my annual renewal notice to switch to an arts license plate?
You don't have to wait for anyone! March over to your closest tag office and change your plate today! Show everyone how much the Arts mean to you.
Can I personalize the Arts license plate?
Yes, you can! As with all license plates, personalization costs more money, but you can personalize the "State of the Arts" plate just like you can any license plate.
Who designed the Arts license plate?
The "State of the Arts" tag was designed by contemporary American artist, Stephen Kline, in 1994. He moved to Ellenton, Florida, in 1991, and three years later created one of the most iconic license plate designs in the country. His design was chosen by an independent panel from among submissions by artists throughout the state.
When was the Arts license plate created?