Artist Learning Grant
Provides up to $500 for Minnesota artists in select counties to pursue learning opportunities that build artistic skills through classes, workshops, mentorship, or equipment.
Funder: McKnight Foundation
Due Dates: May 21, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $500 per artist per fiscal year; one-year project period.
Summary: Supports Minnesota artists in Benton, Sherburne, Stearns, or Wright counties to pursue defined learning opportunities for artistic skill development.
Key Information: Project must start at least 30 days after submission and finish within 12 months of approval.
Description
This grant provides individual artists with up to $500 annually to support specific learning activities that advance their artistic skills and abilities. Eligible expenses include tuition and materials for non-degree arts classes, workshops, conferences, college-level courses, equipment or supplies for art-making, and engagement with consultants, mentors, or skilled professionals. The program aims to help artists grow in their practice through targeted, skill-building experiences.
