Strategic Investment Grants
The Montana Arts Council's Strategic Investment Grants support the professional and creative growth of Montana artists, arts organizations, and educators through targeted project funding.
Funder: Montana Arts Council
Due Dates: October 15, 2026: Monthly application deadline (next occurring)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 per award; maximum $1,000 per applicant per fiscal year (July 1–June 30); reimbursement basis.
Summary: Supports Montana individuals, organizations, and educators with targeted funding for professional development, arts events, and projects that advance the arts statewide.
Description
The Strategic Investment Grants program, administered by the Montana Arts Council, provides targeted funding to support the professional growth of artists, nonprofit arts organizations, and educators across Montana. The grants are designed to foster creative development, encourage innovation, and strengthen the impact of the arts by enabling recipients to pursue professional opportunities, expand markets, and increase public engagement with the arts. Funding is available for a wide range of arts-related activities, including workshops, residencies, exhibitions, public events, and investments in technology or tools that represent a significant step forward in artistic or organizational capacity.
