Operating Support Grant
The Arrowhead Regional Arts Council's Operating Support Grant funds core operations and accessibility research for arts organizations in Minnesota’s Arrowhead Region.
Funder: Arrowhead Regional Arts Council
Due Dates: September 13, 2026 (full application due by 11:59 PM)
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 (Operating Support) + optional $2,000 (Accessible Arts Opportunity); max $17,000 per organization per cycle.
Summary: Provides unrestricted funding for arts organizations in Minnesota’s Arrowhead Region to support core operations, programming, and accessibility improvements.
Key Information: Only one grant may be active at a time per applicant; Accessible Arts funding is optional and must be requested.
Description
This program offers unrestricted operating support to arts organizations based in Minnesota’s Arrowhead Region, enabling them to sustain essential operations, core programming, and strategic initiatives that expand access to the arts. An optional Accessible Arts Opportunity provides additional funding for disability-related access improvements, supporting more inclusive and equitable participation in arts activities. The grant is designed to help organizations achieve measurable outcomes, strengthen community engagement, and maximize their impact across the region.
