Legacy Individual Grant - McKnight Foundation
Supports individual artists in Minnesota’s Lake Region to create, present, and share high-quality arts projects that increase access, learning, and cultural heritage in their communities.
Funder: McKnight Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2026 (Spring Legacy Grant Round) | October 2026 (Fall Legacy Grant Round)
Funding Amounts: $500–$6,000 per award (equipment cap: $3,000); total available per round varies ($27,094–$40,641, subject to change)
Summary: Supports individual artists in Minnesota’s Lake Region to increase arts access, arts learning, and cultural heritage through creative projects.
Key Information: For artists residing in the Lake Region Arts Council’s nine-county area; first-time applicants are encouraged to contact LRAC before applying.
Description
This grant, administered by the Lake Region Arts Council (LRAC) and supported by the McKnight Foundation, is designed to support individual artists in Minnesota’s LRAC nine-county region. The program aims to increase access to the arts, foster arts learning, and celebrate arts and cultural heritage. Funding is available for projects that create, produce, and present high-quality arts activities, support professional development, and integrate the arts into community and economic development. The grant is part of a statewide vision to ensure all Minnesotans can experience and participate in the arts, helping to build a strong arts legacy in the region.
