Art Study Opportunity for Youth Grants
This grant funds Southwest Minnesota youth in grades 5–12 to pursue enrichment camps, specialty arts studies, or lessons to support their artistic growth and development.
Funder: McKnight Foundation
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 | September 1, 2026 | October 1, 2026 | November 1, 2026 | December 1, 2026 | January 1, 2027 | February 1, 2027 | March 1, 2027 | April 1, 2027 | May 1, 2027 (monthly deadlines) | July 25, 2026 (draft review for August deadline) | August 25, 2026 | September 24, 2026 | October 25, 2026 | November 24, 2026 | December 25, 2026 | January 25, 2027 | February 22, 2027 | March 25, 2027 | April 24, 2027 (draft reviews, one week prior to each deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500 per applicant; one-time award for eligible expenses.
Summary: Supports youth in grades 5–12 residing in Southwest Minnesota to pursue enrichment camps or specialty arts studies, including lessons for qualifying low-income students.
Key Information: Applicants must be permanent residents of the 18-county SW MN region or specified tribal nations for at least six months.
Description
This grant program provides up to $500 for young artists entering grades 5 through 12 in Southwest Minnesota to attend enrichment camps, specialty arts studies, or receive standard weekly lessons (for students who qualify for the federal free or reduced lunch program). The intent is to foster artistic growth and skill development by enabling access to high-quality arts education opportunities, including one-on-one mentorship, workshops, or camps in any arts discipline.
