RESOURCES

Explore a variety of art and culture resources to identify individuals, organizations, businesses, venues, and opportunities in the Coachella Valley and High Desert.

GRANTS & TOOLS

GRANTS - Find funding from local, regional, and national grant sources.

California Arts Council
Invests in California nonprofit organizations via competitive grant programs, administered through a multistep public process

California Humanities
Produces, funds, creates, and supports humanities-based projects and programs, eye-opening cultural experiences, and meaningful conversations

Center for Cultural Innovation
Promotes knowledge sharing, networking, and financial independence for individual artists and creative entrepreneurs by providing business training, access to grants, and incubation of innovative projects that support artists in the field

Creative Work Fund
Invites artists and nonprofit organizations to create artworks through collaborations and celebrates the role of artists as problem solvers and the making of art as a profound contribution to intellectual inquiry and the strengthening of communities

The Community Foundation
Serves Riverside and San Bernardino counties with grant programs, which are on the website under Grants Schedule

The MAP Fund
Supports original live performance projects that embody a spirit of deep inquiry

National Endowment for the Arts
Funds, promotes, and strengthens the creative capacity of communities by providing all Americans with diverse opportunities for arts participation

National Performance Network/Visual Artists Network
Supports the creation and presentation of new work in a context of community engagement

For additional research, we suggest searching databases such as Foundation Center

TOOLS - Connect with organizations offering tools and resources to build skills, access funding, solve problems, and achieve sustainability.

Center for Nonprofit Management Ensures nonprofit leaders and organizations have the knowledge, skills, and resources to fulfill their mission

Compass Point Strengthens nonprofit leadership and supports organizations and movement networks to adapt and operate strategically

Creative Capital Supports innovative and adventurous artists across the country through funding, counsel, and career development services

Creative Exchange Offers practical tool kits from artists and art organizations for creative, artist-led community projects and programs

Fractured Atlas Empowers artists, arts organizations, and other cultural sector stakeholders by eliminating practical barriers to artistic expression, so as to foster a more agile and resilient cultural ecosystem

ReadyGo Connects neighborhoods, nonprofits, businesses, and individuals to artist-created, mobile tools that are purpose-built to pique curiosity and prompt interaction

Regional Access Project – Center for Nonprofit Advancement Increases the capacity of organizations to be more effective in identifying, addressing, and sustaining the solutions they work so hard to provide every day

The Taproot Foundation Connects nonprofits and social change organizations with passionate, skilled volunteers who share their expertise pro bono

Tides Foundation Accelerates the pace of social change, working with innovative partners to solve society's toughest problems

UCR EPIC Entrepreneurial Proof of Concept & Innovation Center

United States Department of Arts & Culture Incites creativity and social imagination to shape a culture of empathy, equity, and belonging through a grassroots action network

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OPPORTUNITIES

List and search for jobs in the arts, calls for artists, artist residencies, and arts grants.

ARTS ORGANIZATIONS

Search nonprofit organizations and institutions, including museums, performing arts centers, and historical societies, film and television resources, as well as groups supporting the education and advancement of creative professionals in the California desert.

Architecture & Design

Education

Film & Literature

History & Heritage

Music & Dance

Theater & Stage

Visual Arts

Architecture & Design

Modernism Week celebrates and fosters appreciation of midcentury architecture and design, as well as contemporary thinking in these fields.

Palm Springs Modern Committee is dedicated to the appreciation and preservation of Desert Modern architecture and design.

Palm Springs Preservation Foundation promotes preservation of historical resources and architecture of the city of Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley area.

Sunnylands Center & Gardens is a 200-acre estate run by The Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands, a not-for-profit organization and Annenberg family trust.

Education

Academy of Musical Performance Nonprofit music education organization for young Coachella Valley musicians seeking the complete rock band experience.

Agnes Pelton Society Nonprofit organization promoting the life, art, and legacy of American artist Agnes Pelton.

All Things Are Possible Nonprofit working with special needs children through music & motion therapy, helping to build self-esteem.

Annenberg Foundation Trust At Sunnylands Holds retreats addressing issues facing the nation and world, and educates the public on the historical significance of Sunnylands.

Art Foundation of Desert Hot Springs Creates Working Groups, Cultural Partnerships, and a Pool of Experts and Artisans to feed an environment of creativity and exploration.

Arts Institute at Palm Springs High School Offers high school students experiences for artistic growth.

Buddy Rogers Youth Symphony A full orchestra experience for the young musician.

Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert Offers interactive exhibits and programs, workshops and birthday parties.

Desert Hot Springs High School Jazz Band Performance-oriented ensemble aimed at educating the student in the history, theory, and performance practices of jazz as an art form.

Friends of the Arts Institute at Palm Springs High School Supports art programs student arts education at Palm Springs High School.

Musicians and Artists Experience (MAEX) Academy Serves at-risk youth with recording studio mentorship. Film production, acting, and writing are included in the curriculum.

Old Town Artisan Studio Instruction and studio for clay, fused glass, and other artistic mediums.

OneFuture Coachella Valley Connects business and education to develop, refine, and sustain career pathways for the region’s public K-12 schools.

S.C.R.A.P. Gallery Addresses the environment and the education of our youth.

Souls Praising Heaven Creative Arts Mentoring Club Inspires and enables the youth of Desert Hot Springs and surrounding communities to realize their full potential as adults.

Tools for Tomorrow Inc. Provides free, on-site, after school literacy enrichment integrating writing, drama, art and music for elementary school children.

Film & Literature

Desert Film Society Presents art, international and cutting-edge independent cinema and educates members by providing a platform for discussion.

Desert Forum Inc. The desert’s premier lecture series bringing world leaders and provocative thinkers from the world stage to our stage in Indian Wells.

Desert Screenwriters Guild Offers workshops and other programs for those working in visual media, including feature films, documentaries, TV, video games, and web.

Palm Springs International Film Society Produces Palm Springs International Film Festival and Palm Springs ShortFest.

Palm Springs Women in Film & Television Promotes its members in the Entertainment, New Media and Creative Arts in our community. Provides mentorships and networking.

Palm Springs Writers’ Guild Encourage, develop, and support Coachella Valley writers through education, mentoring, critiques, and fellowship.

History & Heritage

Ruddy’s 1930s General Store Museum One of the largest complete displays of unused general store merchandise in the country.

Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Operates Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa and Spa Resort Casino in Palm Springs as well as hiking trails and a golf resort.

Agua Caliente Cultural Museum A nonprofit tribal museum representing the history and culture of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and other Cahuilla peoples.

Bureau of Indian Affairs Coordinates the delivery of Bureau of Indian Affairs programs services to the Agua Caliente tribe.

Cabazon Band of Mission Indians Promotes cultural tradition by holding annual powwows in Indio. Features bird singing, drum contests and peon games.

Cabazon Cultural Museum Featuring interactive hands-on exhibits of past, present and future Cahuilla culture. Free admission.

Cabot's Pueblo Museum Cabot’s pueblo spreads an impressive 5,000 square feet, divided into 35 rooms and adorned with 150 windows and 65 doors.

Cabot's Pueblo Museum Foundation Operates the Cabot's Pueblo Museum and keeps the legacy of Cabot Yerxa alive.

Cathedral City Historical Society Collects, preserves, researches and interprets the heritage of our city. Presents exhibits around Cathedral City.

Coachella Valley Archaeological Society Promote the preservation and conservation of cultural and historical resources.

Coachella Valley Historical Society Preserve, interpret, and share the artifacts that create a dialogue about the evolving history of the Coachella Valley.

Coachella Valley History Museum Historical campus contains the 1926 adobe Smiley-Tyler House, historic 1909 Indio Schoolhouse, and the world's only Date Museum.

Culturas Music + Arts Mission is to provide a space where self-expression, creativity and diversity can be appreciated.

Daughters of the American Revolution Cahuilla Chapter chartered in 1949 by 26 women.

Desert Hot Springs Historical Society Preserving, acquiring, and displaying the local history of Desert Hot Springs.

Historical Society of Palm Desert Fascinating collection of historical photos, newspaper and magazine archives, as well as oral history on the early settlers of Palm Desert.

Indian Wells Historic Preservation Foundation Designate, preserve, and maintain historical sites and memorabilia in Indian Wells for the benefit and enjoyment of future generations.

La Quinta Historical Society A volunteer, nonprofit service organization, dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich, multicultural history of La Quinta, California.

Palm Desert Sister Cities Foundation To advance the Sister Cities International principles of citizen diplomacy and global cooperation.

Palm Springs Air Museum Educating the public about the role air power played in preserving American liberties and way of life.

Palm Springs Historical Society Operates the two oldest remaining buildings in Palm Springs: McCallum Adobe (built in 1884) and Cornelia White House (built in 1893).

Palm Springs Preservation Foundation Promotes preservation of historical resources and architecture of the city of Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley area.

Raices Cultura Focuses arts and heritage programming on eastern Coachella Valley communities.

Sunnylands Center & Gardens 200-acre estate run by The Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands, a not-for-profit organization, and Annenberg family trust.

Palm Springs Walk of Stars Founded in 1992, the walk has honored 334 individuals with a Golden Palm Star placed on the sidewalks of Palm Springs.

Music & Dance

Academy of Musical Performance Non-profit music education organization for young Coachella Valley musicians seeking the complete rock band experience.

Boots in Squares Gay and lesbian square dance club in the Palm Springs area.

Buddy Rogers Youth Symphony A full orchestra experience for the young musicians of our valley.

California Desert Chorale Provides choral and other inspiring vocal musical performances to entertain, educate, and enrich the diverse audiences.

Coachella Valley Symphony 50-piece orchestra offers classical and pops music, performing 4-6 concert events each season.

Desert Hot Springs High School Jazz Band Performance-oriented ensemble aimed at educating the student in the history, theory, and performance practices of jazz as an art form.

Desert International Folk Dancers Enjoy music and dance from a variety of cultures around the world, welcoming all skill levels.

Desert Swing Dance Club Mission is to promote West Coast Swing dance through Club activities including dances and dancing, lessons, trips and other activities.

Desert Symphony Professional orchestra committed to enhancing and enriching the cultural life of the people in the desert cities.

Desert Youth Ballet Affords young dancers the opportunity to train under the Royal Academy of Dance principles and perform.

International Classical Concerts of the Desert Organization presents classical concert series at the Rancho Mirage Public Library.

Marquee Academy of Performing Arts Nonprofit music school dedicated to bringing all aspects of the musical experience to our community.

Opera Guild of the Desert Supports young singers with financial assistance and performance opportunities and promotes opera in the community.

Opera Showcase of the Desert Showcases Metropolitan Opera National Council - Western Region finalists before winners compete at national level.

OperaArts Presents quality musical performances, and visual arts experiences to the Coachella Valley Community.

Palm Springs Friends of Philharmonic Brings classical music concerts to the Coachella Valley and promotes interest in classical music.

Palm Springs Gay Men's Chorus Dedicated to entertaining, inspiring, and educating the culturally diverse community in which we live.

Palm Springs Women’s Jazz and Blues Association Fosters appreciation of jazz and blues music and supports female jazz and blues musicians.

The Steinway Society of Riverside County Promotes excellence in piano performance for children by bringing music into the schools and encouraging music education at all levels.

Virginia Waring International Piano Competition Classical piano concerts for schools and the community, plus international piano competition.

Theater & Stage

Childrens Playtime Productions Theatre company for children and adults.

Coachella Valley Repertory 86 seats. Productions and Conservatory.

Coyote Stageworks Advancing theatre as a vital art form in the desert communities of the Coachella Valley.

Desert Ensemble Theatre Company Grows and expands the art of theatre through original and engaging stage productions.

Desert Theatre League Supporting and cultivating theatre in the Coachella Valley.

Desert TheatreWorks Theatre company serving the Coachella Valley. Our aim is to provide quality theatre participation for the entire community.

Dezart Performs Nonprofit organization bringing never-before-seen, cutting-edge theatre to Palm Springs and all of the Coachella Valley.

McCallum Theatre Foundation Administer gifts and grants exclusively for the benefit and support ofthe non-profit activities of McCallum Theatre.

Palm Canyon Theatre Dedicated to the education of live stage production and the enrichment of the greater Palm Springs community and its visitors.

Palm Springs Community Concert Association The oldest performing arts organization in the Coachella Valley, bringing internationally acclaimed performing artists to local audiences.

Palm Springs Cultural Center Focuses in the areas of film, fine art, live performance, dance, music, and community festivals.

Visual Arts

Agnes Pelton Society Non-profit organization established to promote the life, art and legacy of American Artist Agnes Pelton.

California Desert Art An online magazine featuring historic and contemporary desert artists.

Coachella Valley Art Center 18,000 sq. ft., multiple spaces for visual & performing arts.

Coachella Valley Art Scene Cultivating a creative community using art advocacy as a platform to safely express, educate, empower and engage the Coachella Valley.

Coachella Valley Watercolor Society Currently has over 240 members, donates money and scholarships to youth organizations and children's art programs.

Desert Art Center A collaborative effort of membership programs, art education, and gallery space for emerging and established artists.

La Quinta Arts Foundation Committed to promoting and cultivating the arts. Host of the top ranked fine arts festival in the nation, La Quinta Arts Festival.

La Quinta Museum Showcases La Quinta's history and cultural arts through displays on two floors.

Old Town Artisan Studio People of all ages can express their creativity through clay, fused glass and other artistic mediums. Instruction and independent studio.

Palm Springs Art Museum in Palm Desert Serves the middle and easternmost side of the Coachella Valley.

Palm Springs Art Museum Creates transformative experiences that expand our understanding of ourselves and the world.

Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture and Design Center The main level features galleries, offices, and a store. Lower level includes a study center, meeting space, archive and library.

Palm Springs Arts Museum Artist's Council Engenders fellowship among members and promote the role of artists in the Greater Coachella Valley communities.

S.C.R.A.P. Gallery Addresses the environment and the education of our youth.

Spa City Paletteers Art Club Organizes workshops, demos, and annual art show.

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VENUES

Search for creative spaces available to visual and performing artists as well as special events.

Outdoor Venues

Indoor Venues

Outdoor Venues

Cathedral City public parks 10 parks with various amenities.

Coachella public parks 9 parks with various amenities.

Desert Hot Springs public parks 2 parks with various amenities.

Indio public parks 12 parks with various amenities.

La Quinta public parks 14 parks with various amenities.

Palm Desert public parks 12 parks with various amenities.

Palm Springs public parks 11 parks with various amenities.

Rancho Mirage public parks 6 parks with various amenities.

Palm Springs Stadium capacity: 5,185.

Eldorado Polo Club Indio, 100+ acres, 400 seat clubhouse.

Empire Polo Club Indio, 250 acres, various facilities.

Jackalope Ranch Indio, 6.5 acres with a 21,000 sq. ft. multifaceted lodge, restaurant.

Riverside County Fairgrounds Indio, 119,680 sq. ft., home to Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival.

The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens Palm Desert, 1,200 acres, multiple venue spaces.

Indian Wells Tennis Garden Indian Wells, 24,100 seats in two stadiums, 29 tennis courts, restaurants and amenities.

Nationally Designated Properties Coachella Valley/High Desert, Event/special use permits for Forest Service-managed properties.

Indoor Venues

Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa Rancho Mirage, 13,000 sq. ft. conference center, The Show-performance stage, 2,034 seats, outdoor capacity 4,400.

The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Resort & Spa Rancho Mirage

Annenberg Center for Health Sciences Rancho Mirage, 486-seat auditorium on the Eisenhower Medical Center Campus.

Annenberg Theater Palm Springs, 430-seat, state-of-the-art theater host to live professional theater.

Cabots Pueblo Museum Desert Hot Springs

Camelot Theatres Palm Springs, Triplex theater hosts film festival and special events.

Carl May Community Center Desert Hot Springs, Hosts community events and programming.

Cathedral City Cultural Arts Museum Small art museum/gallery managed by the city's Public Arts Commission. Contact Deanna Pressgrove

Coachella Valley Art Center Indio, 17,000 sq. ft., multiple spaces for visual & performing arts.

Coachella Valley Repertory Rancho Mirage, 86 seats. Productions and conservatory.

Create Center for the Arts Palm Desert, 5,400 sq. ft. Maker spaces, education center, studio space.

DeMuth Community Center Palm Springs, Community center for youth with programs activities.

Desert Art Center Palm Springs, A collaborative of membership programs, art education, and gallery space for emerging and established artists.

Desert Cinema Ultra Maximum Experience Cathedral City, Largest screen in the valley at this movie theater complex.

Helene Galen Performing Arts Center Rancho Mirage, 607-seat theater at Rancho Mirage High School.

Indian Wells Tennis Gardens Indian Wells, Two stadium venues and surrounding grounds offer event space and ample parking.

Indian Wells Theatre at CSUSB Palm Desert Campus Palm Desert, 300-seat performing arts theater offers comfortable, stadium seating.

Indio Performing Arts Center Indio, 3 theaters and an exhibition hall.

Jackalope Ranch Indio, 6.5 acres with a 21,000 sq. ft. multifaceted lodge.

McCallum Theatre Palm Desert, 66,000 sq. ft performing arts theater, 1127 seats.

Palm Canyon Theatre Palm Springs, Dedicated to the education of live stage production and the enrichment of the greater Palm Springs community and its visitors.

Palm Springs Air Museum Palm Springs, 3 hangars totaling 65,000 sq. ft., plus 40,000 sq. ft. of outdoor space.

Palm Springs Art Museum in Palm Desert 8,400 sq. ft. multi-use space, plus outdoor sculpture garden.

Palm Springs Art Museum Palm Springs, 150,000 sq. ft. galleries, lecture halls, open space.

Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture and Design Center Palm Springs, The main level features galleries, offices, and a store. Lower level includes a study center, meeting space, archive and library.

Palm Springs Convention Center Palm Springs, 261,000 sq. ft. with multiple exhibit spaces and rooms ranging in size and capacity.

Richards Center for the Arts Palm Springs, Palm Springs High School auditorium stages live performances and film screenings.

Spotlight 29 Casino Indio, 250,000 sq. ft., Spotlight Showroom 2,200 seats.

The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens Palm Desert, 1,200 acres, multiple venue spaces.

Walter N. Marks Center for the Arts (College of the Desert), Palm Desert, Nonprofit exhibition gallery located on College of the Desert campus.

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FISCAL SPONSORSHIPS

California Desert Arts Council offers its legal and tax-exempt status to groups engaged in activities that align with our mission. This enables programs and groups to pursue grant funding that would otherwise not qualify, and thus better serve your constituents, while expanding impact in our region. This typically involves a fee-based contractual arrangement between CDAC and your project.