NWF Ballet Needs Money After Governor Vetoes Budget

Northwest Florida Ballet is among numerous arts organizations statewide facing budget shortfalls due to Governor Ron DeSantis’s veto of $32 million in funding for Florida’s Cultural Museum and Cultural Facilities grants. Todd Eric Allen, CEO and Creative Director of Northwest Florida Ballet, expressed concerns about the severe impact on local arts. Despite the challenging financial landscape, Allen urged patrons to increase their support to help sustain the Ballet’s operations.