Funder: McKnight Foundation
Due Dates: January 15, 2026 (Full application) | May 15, 2026 (Final report)
Funding Amounts: $3,500 per award; up to $5,000 lifetime cap per artist
Summary: Supports outstanding artists in Minnesota’s Region 7W to foster creative growth and recognize artistic achievement.
Key Information: Applicants must reside in Benton, Sherburne, Stearns, or Wright counties for at least six months.