Art Project Grant - McKnight Foundation
This grant funds Minnesota arts organizations to create, present, or exhibit projects that engage and enrich local communities within ARAC’s 7-county/4-tribal-nation region.
This grant is no longer accepting proposals
McKnight Foundation has archived this opportunity.
Funder: McKnight Foundation
Due Dates: March 15, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per project; one-year grant term; a portion reserved for rural organizations
Summary: Supports Minnesota-based organizations to create, present, or exhibit arts activities that engage and benefit local communities.
Key Information: Project must occur in ARAC’s 7-county/4-tribal-nation region; only one application per project/program.
Description
This program funds arts organizations and eligible entities in Minnesota to support the creation, presentation, and exhibition of artistic works or arts events that provide value to their communities. The grant is designed to foster a vibrant arts ecosystem, emphasizing artistic vision, community impact, and the capacity of organizations to execute their proposed activities. Projects may include exhibitions, performances, residencies, workshops, arts learning, and other creative endeavors that enhance public engagement and cultural enrichment. A percentage of funding is reserved for rural organizations.
