September 6, 2025

Tallahassee Advances to Public Voting for Music Series Grant

News Summary

The Council on Culture & Arts (COCA) in Tallahassee has moved to the public voting stage for the 2026-2028 Levitt Music Series Grant, selected from over 300 candidates nationwide. Voting opens on September 5, allowing community members to support proposals online or via text. The Levitt Foundation will select 50 grant recipients based on the votes received, emphasizing community engagement in fostering outdoor live music initiatives.

Tallahassee

The Council on Culture & Arts (COCA) has advanced to the public voting stage for the 2026-2028 Levitt Music Series Grant, one of 100 organizations selected from over 300 applicants across the nation. This announcement reflects the ongoing efforts to promote arts and community engagement in Tallahassee.

Public voting for the grant will commence on September 5, 2025, at 10 a.m. PT (1 p.m. ET) and will conclude on September 15, 2025, at 5 p.m. PT (8 p.m. ET). It is important to note that any votes submitted before this designated voting period will not be counted. Individuals wishing to participate in the voting process can do so in two ways: online at levitt.org/vote or via text message at 877-409-5525 with a specific text-to-vote keyword.

Voters are permitted to cast their votes for up to five different proposals; however, only one vote is allowed per proposal. The Levitt Foundation, which oversees the grant program, will determine the final 50 grant recipients based on public voting results.

Importance of Community Support

Proposals that gather a higher volume of community votes may significantly enhance their chances of selection in the final grant process. This illustrates the Levitt Foundation’s commitment to engaging community members in the decision-making process and highlights the importance of public support in securing funding for projects aimed at energizing outdoor spaces through live music.

Voting Process Details

During the online voting process, a voter’s location will autofill on the voting form, allowing for a straightforward voting experience. COCA’s unique keyword for text voting is “TALLY,” which voters must use to ensure their votes are counted. After submitting a text vote, individuals will receive a confirmation via text message, while online voters will see a confirmation message displayed on their screen. To ensure that a vote is counted, confirmation is required; a lack of confirmation indicates that the vote was not tallied.

Aims of the Levitt Foundation

The Levitt Foundation’s mission is to invigorate underutilized outdoor areas, fostering inclusive environments that promote community cohesion through musical performances. The foundation believes that live music can serve as a catalyst for bringing people together, encouraging social interaction and cultural exchange among diverse community members.

Conclusion and Next Steps

As the voting period approaches, community members in Tallahassee are encouraged to engage actively in the process to demonstrate their support for COCA’s grant proposal. More detailed information about the grant application and voting process is available at tlhdowntown.com/vote. Participation in the voting process not only supports COCA but also contributes to enhancing the cultural landscape of Tallahassee through impactful musical initiatives.

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