Provides up to $4,000 to artists at any career stage for projects that will advance their skills and artistic career.
Individual Artists
Our goal is to provide resources and recognition to regional artists that will inspire their creativity, foster the development of their artistic skills and career, expand their audience, and increase their ability to live and work in the SW MN Region.
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Individual Artist grants are made possible by a grant from the McKnight Foundation and by the voters of Minnesota thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
Artist Growth Grants
Artist Equity Grants
Provides up to $4,000 to artists who are Black, Indigenous, or people of color; LGBTQIA2S+; people with disabilities; or veterans for projects that will advance their skills and artistic career.
Quick Support for Artists
Provides artists with up to $1,000 for activities such as purchasing supplies, attending classes, and small artist-led community projects.
Art Study Opportunity for Youth Grants
Provides up to $500 to allow young artists entering grades 5 – 12 to attend an enrichment camp or specialty study.
