Regional Arts Councils
The McKnight Foundation supports individual artists and artist-centered projects across Minnesota through grants administered by 11 Regional Arts Councils.
Funder: McKnight Foundation
Due Dates: April 30, 2026 (Northwest Minnesota Arts Council - Arts Grants) | May 3, 2026 (Arrowhead Regional Arts Council - Emergency Relief Fund) | June 1, 2026 (Region 2 Arts Council - Sudden Opportunity Grant) | June 1, 2026 (Region 2 Arts Council - Emergency Relief Funding)
Funding Amounts: Award sizes and durations vary by council and program; typical grants for individual artists range from $500 up to several thousand dollars.
Summary: Supports individual artists and artist-centered projects across Minnesota through 11 Regional Arts Councils.
Key Information: Deadlines, eligibility, and amounts differ by region—review your local council's site for specifics.
Description
The McKnight Foundation provides funding to Minnesota's 11 Regional Arts Councils (RACs), which support local arts initiatives and individual artists throughout the state. Since 2010, all McKnight Foundation support through RACs has focused on individual artists and artist-centered activities, fostering vibrant and diverse arts communities in every region. Each council administers its own grant programs—such as project grants, emergency relief, fellowships, and more—tailored to the needs of its local artists and organizations.
