Emerging Leaders Wanted!

The application for our 2017 Gulf Coast Leadership Institute is now available.

GCLI is a leadership-training initiative designed to identify, develop, and connect a diverse group of aspiring and experienced leaders throughout our region. Gulf Coast will select up to 25 individuals for this year’s class.

The program consists of seven in-depth training sessions from May to July. Attendance at all sessions is required to ensure the most valuable experience for participants. To view this year's class schedule and learn more about GCLI, download this overview form.

Class members will be selected to represent the diversity of our region’s public, private, and independent sectors. Selection criteria include leadership potential and participation in community and professional organizations. Volunteers of all ages as well as professionals are encouraged to apply.

The deadline to apply for this year’s GCLI class is 11:59 p.m. on March 24. All applicants will be notified of their status by mid-April.

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$1.3 Million in Grants Approved

Published: Read how our Board of Directors approved over $1.3 million in grant awards during its June meeting, including the rebranded Empowering Arts Grant Program to empower our world-class arts and cultural organizations.