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In bringing prosperity and improved quality of life, this is the work we would like to see happening in communities around the country.”
- Rise of the Creative Class Author, Richard Florida
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Six Guiding Principles
The Florida's Eden Plan is an open framework that encourages collaborations and partnerships for the achievement of mutual goals.
Organizations, communities and businesses are encouraged to partner in any of our programs, or to suggest new programs for consideration.
In addition, we are able to offer benefits that your members or community can enjoy as part of your partnership in the Florida's Eden plan.
The Florida's Eden plan is an open, citizen- and business-based vehicle for the building of a sustainable creative economy for a thirty county region of North Florida. Florida's Eden is the only organization working regionally at the confluence of the economy, environment and education.
The Plan relies upon partnerships with businesses, communities, organizations, and individuals for its success. Six Guiding Principles are vital to the integrity of the plan.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
INCLUSIVE
Everyone has something vital to contribute.
PARTNER BASED
We can only succeed if we work together; everyone comes to the table with their assets and needs.
REGIONAL
We work for the good of our entire region; the people of the region serve as their own best resource.
SUSTAINABLE
Longterm solutions consistent with twenty year goals defined by the participant groups.
COMMUNITY DEFINED
Each community defines for itself its needs, resources and how it fits into the strategic plan.
SELF-SUSTAINING
Projects must fit into ongoing institutions or be financially self-sustaining.
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The Mission of Florida's Eden
Florida's Eden works at the confluence of the economy, environment and education to build a sustainable and prosperous economy based on the assets of talent and place. Our programs work within broad parterships to recognize and nurture the creative talents of Florida's people and communities; and to foster conservation-first strategies to protect the assets of our natural environment.
Florida's Eden is the registered name of the non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, The Artists Alliance of North Florida, Inc. (AAONF, Inc.) which is registered with the Florida Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services as required by law.
A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL FREE (800) 435-7352 WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.