The Growth Fund
The Growth Fund from Springboard for the Arts supports Minnesota artists and creative business owners with grants to help sustain or expand their businesses.
Funder: Springboard for the Arts
Due Dates: October 31, 2026 (Fall cycle) | April 30, 2027 (Spring cycle)
Funding Amounts: $2,000 per recipient; 20 awards per cycle; one-time grant
Summary: Supports Minnesota artists and creative business owners with funding to sustain or grow their businesses, awarded by randomized selection.
Key Information: Completion of an Artist Career Consultation during the cycle is required before applying.
Description
This program provides financial support to Minnesota-based artists and creative business owners looking to sustain or expand their ventures. The fund is designed to address the unique capital needs of creative businesses that may not be served by traditional business development programs or lenders. Grants are awarded twice yearly through a randomized selection process, with the goal of fostering vibrant, equitable local economies by investing in creative entrepreneurship.
