The Department of Arts and Culture is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit proposals for a contract with organizations that can provide Arts Instruction for Youth in Community Settings and Professional Development Services for Adults Supporting Youth in Community Settings. “Community Settings” refers to County operated park sites, which serve communities that are disproportionally impacted by the justice system and other systemic inequities. Community facilities provide youth with education and mental health services, as well as athletics, vocational training, specialized tutoring, and counseling services through partnerships with other County agencies.

Contractor will provide arts instruction in one or more of a variety of disciplines (including but not limited to creative writing, dance, music, spoken word, theater, media arts, visual arts or other arts disciplines or cultural practices) for youth in County-operated Parks facilities. Arts instruction should support positive youth development outcomes, promote healing and overall well-being, emphasize individual and community wellness. Since 2014, in partnership with the Probation Department, Arts and Culture has contracted with community-based arts organizations to provide year-round, healing-centered arts instruction for youth in public housing sites, community parks, and continuation high schools located across the County.

Application Deadline: August 28, 2024 | 5PM (PST)

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