Arts Mentorship Program
The LRAC Arts Mentorship Program offers individualized mentorships with professional artists to help 8th–12th grade students in western Minnesota develop skills in any artistic discipline.
Funder: McKnight Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2026 (Mentorship contract & goals) | September 2026 (Final reports & reimbursement request) | October 2026 (Final reimbursement cutoff) | February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to 20 awards per year; each valued at $700 for mentorship, plus up to $75 for materials/supplies reimbursement.
Summary: Individualized arts mentorships for students in grades 8–12 residing in the LRAC region, pairing them with professional artists for skill development in any artistic discipline.
Key Information: Opportunities are limited and eligibility is restricted to students in the LRAC 9-county region.
Description
This program supports students in grades 8–12 from the Lake Region Arts Council (LRAC) nine-county area by providing one-on-one mentorships with professional artists. The mentorships are designed to foster artistic growth, creativity, and skill development in any artistic medium, including visual arts, dance, creative writing, drama, music, design, and media arts. Up to 20 students each year are selected based on their commitment and potential for artistic development. The award funds individualized study or participation in a Minnesota-based workshop, residency, or summer arts camp.
