Arts and Cultural Heritage Grant Programs for Individuals in Minnesota (USA)
GrantID: 57561
Grant Funding Amount Low: $500
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $4,000
Summary
This grant program provides funding to individual artists across a wide range of artistic disciplines. It is intended for adult creators at any stage of their career, whether emerging or established. The grants are specifically for individuals—not for nonprofit organizations, businesses, or groups.
The funding supports a variety of creative costs. Artists can apply for funds to help with producing or presenting their work, such as exhibitions or performances, as well as for materials and equipment to create their art. It also covers professional development: education, mentorship, residencies, networking opportunities, or marketing efforts are all potential uses. The award can help artists overcome barriers, reach new audiences, or deepen their creative practice.
There are different tiers or categories of support. In one track, artists can receive up to $4,000 to complete a project, purchase needed materials, or support their artistic development. Another stream offers up to the same amount for underrepresented artists — including those from historically marginalized identities — to elevate their voice through new work or professional growth.
Eligibility requires residency in the defined region, U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status. Artists must maintain their residency during the lifespan of their project and be at least 18 years old. Applications are reviewed by peer panels made up of artists, art professionals, and community members, who assess proposals based on artistic vision, feasibility, and community impact.
Finalists are selected based on how their projects align with the fund’s mission to support creativity, equity, and innovation. Grantees are expected to report on how they use the funds and credit the council appropriately in public-facing work.
Overall, this grant is ideal for individual artists seeking both financial support and recognition as they pursue meaningful, professional, and community-minded artistic endeavors.
If you are located in Minnesota and working in the area of Arts, Culture, History & Humanities, this funding opportunity may be a good fit. For more relevant grant options that support your work and priorities, visit The Grant Portal and use the Search Grant tool to find opportunities.
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