Mid-Career Project Grants
Supports Minnesota mid-career public artists in creating new, original, and publicly accessible artworks in any discipline, with a focus on diversity, innovation, and community engagement.
Funder: McKnight Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application / submissions close for Mid-Career Project Grants)
Funding Amounts: Five grants of $10,000 each; project period is January–November; funds support new, publicly accessible artwork in Minnesota.
Summary: Supports Minnesota-based mid-career public artists to create new, original, publicly accessible artwork in any discipline, emphasizing diversity, innovation, and community impact.
Description
This program provides financial support for Minnesota-based mid-career public artists to develop and implement new, original, and publicly accessible artworks anywhere in the state. Projects can be temporary or permanent and may take any form or discipline, including but not limited to performance, dance, storytelling, photography, film, sculpture, and painting. The grant prioritizes diversity, innovation, and meaningful community engagement, with a particular emphasis on supporting BIPOC and Native artists, LGBTQIA+ artists, womxn artists, immigrant artists, artists from rural communities, and artists with disabilities. All funded projects must be free and accessible to the public.
