Artist Equity grant
The Artist Equity grant from Arrowhead Regional Arts Council funds underrepresented Minnesota artists to create, present, or develop original artistic work and amplify diverse voices in the Arrowhead Region.
Funder: Arrowhead Regional Arts Council
Due Dates: September 13, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,000 per award; project period typically 12–18 months (Jan 1, 2027 – June 30, 2028)
Summary: Supports underrepresented Minnesota artists to create, present, or develop artistic work and amplify diverse voices.
Key Information: Open to BIPOC, LGBTQIA2+, disabled, veteran, and/or 65+ artists in ARAC's service region.
Description
This grant program from the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council is designed to support individual artists from historically underrepresented communities—including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color; people with disabilities; those aged 65 and older; military veterans; and LGBTQIA2+ individuals—who reside in the Arrowhead Region of Minnesota. Funding is intended to foster artistic growth and amplify diverse voices by supporting projects centered on the creation, performance, exhibition, or publishing of artistic works, as well as professional development opportunities. The ultimate goal is to reduce barriers and increase access to arts experiences for marginalized Minnesotans, ensuring their creative contributions are recognized and celebrated.
