Funder: McKnight Foundation

Due Dates: January 2, 2026 (Small Grant) | January 15, 2026 (CAAP) | April 15, 2026 (CAAP) | July 15, 2026 (CAAP) | September 15, 2026 (General Operating Support) | October 15, 2026 (CAAP)

Funding Amounts: Small Grants: up to $1,000; Community Arts Access Project (CAAP): up to $5,000; General Operating Support: $5,000–$20,000 (biennial); typical project period up to 1 year.

Summary: Supports arts and cultural projects, operating support, and community arts access for organizations, schools, and government units in five Minnesota counties and the Leech Lake Tribal community.

Key Information: Applicants must serve Cass, Crow Wing, Todd, Morrison, or Wadena counties, or the Leech Lake Tribal community; eligibility and deadlines vary by program.