Regional Arts Councils
The McKnight Foundation funds Minnesota’s 11 Regional Arts Councils to support individual artists and artist-centered projects, strengthening local arts communities statewide.
Funder: McKnight Foundation
Due Dates: Vary by region and grant type; rolling deadlines and multiple annual cycles are common—check your local Regional Arts Council for specifics.
Funding Amounts: Award sizes and cycles vary by region; typically supports individual artist grants and artist-centered activities.
Summary: Supports Minnesota's 11 Regional Arts Councils to fund individual artists and promote local arts and cultural activities statewide.
Key Information: Applicants must reside in one of Minnesota’s 11 Regional Arts Council regions; each council sets its own deadlines and priorities.
Description
The McKnight Foundation provides funding to Minnesota's 11 Regional Arts Councils (RACs), which were established to foster vibrant local arts and cultural activities throughout the state. Since 2010, all McKnight funding distributed through these councils has been dedicated to supporting individual artists and artist-centered initiatives, strengthening arts communities in every region. Each council administers its own grant programs for artists, with specific guidelines, deadlines, and funding amounts tailored to the needs of their region.
