[McKnight Foundation](https://www.mcknight.org)

April 30, 2026 (Draft review, Round 3) | May 14, 2026 (Full application, Round 3)

Up to $2,500 per award; maximum $2,500 per fiscal year per individual.

Supports CMAB Teaching Artist Roster members to deliver arts learning activities in community settings with community engagement and staff capacity-building components.

Only individuals on the CMAB Teaching Artist Roster are eligible.

--- ## Description This grant program funds individuals listed on the Central Minnesota Arts Board (CMAB) Teaching Artist Roster to conduct arts learning activities in community settings, including but not limited to K-12 schools. Proposals must include three components: (1) arts learning with a core group, (2) a community engagement segment, and (3) activities that build staff capacity or support the residency for the host location. The goal is to foster meaningful arts education experiences and strengthen the capacity of host organizations. --- ## Due Dates - October 2, 2025: Draft review deadline — Round 1 - October 16, 2025: Full application deadline — Round 1 - January 29, 2026: Draft review deadline — Round 2 - February 12, 2026: Full application deadline — Round 2 - April 30, 2026: Draft review deadline — Round 3 - May 14, 2026: Full application deadline — Round 3 --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum request: $2,500 per application - Individuals may receive up to $2,500 from this grant in a single fiscal year - Eligible expenses: planning time, instructional time, staff support and development, expendable supplies, and materials for the learning activity - Total project expenses may exceed the grant request, but only $2,500 can be requested from this program --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be listed on the [CMAB Teaching Artist Roster](https://www.centralmnartsboard.org/opportunities/teaching-artist-roster/) - Must be a resident of Benton, Sherburne, Stearns, or Wright counties in Minnesota - Ineligible if: - Received $2,500 from this grant within the same fiscal year - Have any overdue final reports from previous CMAB grants - Proposals do not have arts learning as the primary focus - Proposals provide or replace services required for state/national curriculum standards - Proposals are primarily for fundraising or already funded by another CMAB grant - No more than two CMAB-funded learning activities at the same school/organization within five years --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online via the [CMAB grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=centralmnartsboard) by 11:59 pm on the deadline date - Applicants may request a draft review by CMAB staff at least two weeks before the application deadline by emailing media@centralmnartsboard.org - First-time applicants must create an account; see the [Applicant Tutorial](https://youtu.be/rQ8z7agUGWc?si=lJjupfhJ_sQN1kKz) for guidance - Required application components include a narrative (artistic merit, need, outcomes/evaluation), budget, and supporting materials - Board review meetings are open to the public; applicants are notified of funding decisions after board approval --- ## Additional Information - Activities must begin after the board review date and be completed within 12 months of board approval - Awardees must sign a contract within 30 days of notification and submit a final report within 60 days of completing the activity - Applicants with accessibility needs may request alternative formats or assistance - For more information, refer to the [full guidelines (PDF)](https://www.centralmnartsboard.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/FY26TeachingArtistGrant_Guidelines.pdf) or [Word version](https://www.centralmnartsboard.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/FY26TeachingArtistGrant_Guidelines.docx) --- ## External Links - [Program Page](https://www.centralmnartsboard.org/grants/for-artists/teaching-artist-grant/) - [CMAB Teaching Artist Roster](https://www.centralmnartsboard.org/opportunities/teaching-artist-roster/) - [Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=centralmnartsboard) - [Applicant Tutorial (YouTube)](https://youtu.be/rQ8z7agUGWc?si=lJjupfhJ_sQN1kKz) - [Full Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.centralmnartsboard.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/FY26TeachingArtistGrant_Guidelines.pdf) - [Contact CMAB](https://www.centralmnartsboard.org/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Organization | Contact Methods | |------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Central Minnesota Arts Board | Phone: 320-968-4290 / 1-866-825-1471
Email: [media@centralmnartsboard.org](mailto:media@centralmnartsboard.org)
[Contact Form](https://www.centralmnartsboard.org/contact) | ---

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