Cultural Arts Coalition (CAC) grew out of the Fifth Avenue Arts Festival. CAC was incorporated in 1983 as a non-profit organization. CAC also works with at-risk children in its Summer Cultural Enrichment Program. In 1990, the City of Gainesville contracted with CAC to create a musical video to promote Recycling. The Video received State recognition in the ADDY Awards. It was later used by schools and community groups around the country.