Arts & Culture

At CLF, creativity is core to how we see and shape change. Art preserves culture, strengthens community bonds, and sparks imagination for a more just future.

CLF supports local artists and cultural initiatives that examine climate, identity, and collective memory, leveraging the arts to advance healing, resilience, and systems change.

We prioritize

Cultural Preservation
Initiatives safeguarding heritage and traditional practices
Youth Development
Programs building confidence, skills, and leadership through the arts
Climate Narratives
Creative work connecting environmental and cultural resilience
Infrastructure Investment
Climate-resilient spaces for creative excellence

Our Goal

A culturally rich and economically just future where artists and arts organizations across the Caribbean and U.S. South are resourced to thrive - preserving heritage, shaping narrative power, and building creative economies that sustain their communities.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

The Ripple Effect

A partnership with the Mellon Foundation

A signature partnership supporting artist-led projects that position Barbadian art as a vital force in global conversations while driving innovation and cultural resilience at home. This initiative supports communities, elevates culture, and helps Barbadians adapt and thrive in a changing world.

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GRANTEE HIGHLIGHTS

Haiti Air Ambulance

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Operation Triple Threat (OTT)
Barbados
Building Creative Leaders for Tomorrow

For over a decade, OTT has nurtured Barbados' next generation of performers, educators, and cultural leaders. Their alumni go on to careers in entertainment, education, and entrepreneurship—but more importantly, they carry forward the confidence, discipline, and cultural pride built through their training. As OTT expands with new programming and permanent infrastructure, they're building a foundation for creative excellence that will shape the Caribbean for generations.

Jamaica Musical Theatre Company (JMTC)
Jamaica
Elevating performing arts

JMTC is a non-profit dedicated to elevating performing arts in Jamaica through annual Broadway-style musicals and a concert series, with part proceeds supporting children’s charities. Its mission is to inspire and entertain through exceptional musical theatre, and its vision is to deliver the region’s leading theatrical experience rooted in innovation and community impact. With CLF’s support, JMTC is launching a transformative new hub designed to preserve and repurpose more than 50 years of costumes, props, and sets while strengthening Jamaica’s theatre and live events industries. Through sustainable practices, job creation, revenue-generating opportunities, and cultural preservation, the Imaginorium will foster a vibrant ecosystem of artisans and technicians and establish a cultural landmark that honors JMTC’s creative legacy.

Caribbean Climate Justice Project
Caribbean - Regional
Creativity as a catalyst for resilience

The Caribbean Climate Justice Project works at the intersection of arts, education, and climate advocacy to empower communities across the region. Through initiatives like the Youth Artivism Competition, which invites young people to use digital art, music, performance, and storytelling to raise awareness, and educational programs that strengthen climate literacy, the project uses creativity as a catalyst for resilience. Together, these efforts help bridge learning, culture, and action to advance climate equity in the Caribbean.