Arts in the Schools Grants
Supports Southwest Minnesota public schools with funding for arts education projects like artist residencies, field trips, and student exhibits to foster creativity and provide meaningful arts experiences.
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
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,000 per project; grant period July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027; awards until funds are expended.
Summary: Supports public schools in Southwest Minnesota for arts projects such as residencies, field trips, and student exhibits that enhance arts education.
Key Information: Only public schools and community education programs in 18 eligible SW MN counties and two tribal nations may apply.
Description
This grant program provides funding to public schools and community education programs in Southwest Minnesota for projects that enrich arts education. Eligible activities include artist residencies, arts-focused field trips, juried student art exhibits, and similar initiatives that offer meaningful artistic experiences to students. The goal is to foster creativity, enhance school arts programming, and provide opportunities for students to interact with professional artists and high-quality arts activities. Projects must involve some level of community participation and be open to all students within a grade, subject, or activity.
