Minnesota Art Grants & Culture Grants:  215 Arts and Culture Grants for Minnesota.

Grants of over $10,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, local government and state units, tribes, and educational institutions to preserve and enhance access to historical and cultural resources within the State. Pre-applications must be submitted before submitting full proposals. Applicants are required to register i...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA Indian tribes to maintain core library services and support established library operations. Funding is intended to support the expansion of services, enhanced linkages and coordination, partnerships with other agencies, improved library access, and targeting library services to meet community...

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and groups of artists in eligible counties for arts projects, artists residencies, and general operating support. Funding is intended to support festivals, community theater projects, folk music entertainment, sponsorship of visual demonstrations, c...

Fellowships to USA scholars to carry out advanced humanities research. Applicants must create or verify the required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to support the preparation of digital projects. Scholars from all humanities-related disciplines are encouraged to apply.

Grants to USA, Israel, and International nonprofit organizations for programs that support mutual cooperation between different cultures. Funding is intended for programs that are based on a shared interest in sustainable relationships to strengthen the capacity of civil society and promote problem solving and negotiation ...

Grants to USA Indian tribes to advance the programs and services of eligible Native American libraries. Funding is intended to revitalize and preserve the Native American culture and language through projects that benefit the community. Grants are also available to support educational programs and digital services.

Grants to USA public school districts to enhance the quality of education at schools serving students from military families. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for programs that address academic mastery, narrowing learning gaps for students that trans...

Fellowship of $5,000 to a Minnesota individual artist in an eligible county to recognize and support work in a range of artistic disciplines. The fellowship program is intended to help support, recognize, and reward deserving artists and to enable them to further their work and their contribution to their communities. Elig...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal governments, and IHEs to research and develop projects that support the preservation of humanities collections. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete.

Grants and other resources to USA nonprofit organizations for projects that foster greater understanding between communities. A letter of interest is required prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to be used for arts and media projects toward developing relationships and enhancing mutual respect betwe...

Grants of $25,000 per year to Minnesota and New York City early-career artists to support creative and professional development. Funding is intended to support emerging artists who generate risky-taking and new work that explores and challenges conventional artistic forms. Artists may apply individually or together with o...

Grants of up to $1,500 to Minnesota schools, nonprofit groups, and arts organizations, and scholarships of $250 to individuals to support the arts in an eligible region. Eligible uses of grant funds include: production of arts events or workshops, sponsorships of artists in residence, or development of arts organizations. ...

Grants of $10,000 to USA nonprofits, agencies, and tribes to increase the availability of arts opportunities for underrepresented communities. Applicants must complete registrations and submit applications prior to the deadline. Funding is intended for projects that promote public engagement with various forms of the arts ...

Grants of to USA Indian tribes, Native villages and organizations, and museums for the preservation of Native American culture. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for the expenses associated with the packaging, transportation, contamination removal, re...

Award of $15,000 to a USA and territories individual artist of Korean descent to recognize excellence and promote advancement in the visual arts. The purpose of this award program is to further artistic achievement and endorse outstanding Korean-American artists. The awardee will exhibit artwork in a preselected cultural c...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, local government and state units, tribes, and educational institutions to preserve and enhance access to historical and cultural resources within the State. Pre-applications must be submitted before submitting full proposals. Applicants are required to register ...

Grants to Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin arts organizations for the production and creation of new works by artists of color in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to commission new works and collaborations bet...

Grant of up to $5,000 to a USA or Territories individual curator or art historian for emergency support related to COVID-19/Coronavirus. Funding is intended to assist with the development of projects that promote artwork of contemporary and experimental nature. Grants specifically support projects that shed light on the wo...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and agencies for arts activities in Anoka, Dakota, Carver, Ramsey, Hennepin, Washington, and Scott Counties. Funding is intended to support project-related expenses for artists, such as personnel, equipment rental, supplies, and other expenses necessary to carry ...

Award of $5,000 to a Minnesota artist living in one of several eligible counties to acknowledge outstanding contribution to the arts over a long period of time. The award will honor an artist who has demonstrated the finest quality of artistic work, and who has been recognized by his or her artistic peers. In recognizing t...

Awards of up to $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International museums to acknowledge outstanding exhibitions. Eligible exhibits must be open for less than two years and should be educational and interesting. Nominations will be accepted for public exhibits that focus on the history of engineering, industry, and technology.

Grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies for community-oriented arts programs in eligible counties. Applicants must make contact before applying. Grants are awarded based on how effectively the project addresses a community need, the ability of the applicant to carry out...

Grants of up to $900 for Minnesota nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit students in school orchestra programs in eligible regions. Priority will be given to proposals that offer unique educational opportunities to underserved students. Eligible projects must serve students in ISD 742 schools, which are in the ...

Award of $1,000 to a Minnesota teacher or educator to recognize significant contributions to the arts in eligible counties. The purpose of funding is to promote the arts by publicly acknowledging an individual who has made an impact in the field. The award is intended for an individual who resides in one of the following c...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International individuals above the age of 18 to recognize and support innovative and ground-breaking projects that address major world challenges. Awards are intended to support projects taking place anywhere in the world. Candidates can apply in five areas: science and health, applied technolog...

Grants generally ranging from $1,000 to $7,500 to USA, Canada, and international nonprofit music presenting, performing, and service organizations to support contributions to contemporary concert music. Funding is intended for project and general operating support for organizations that have demonstrated a substantial comm...

Grants of up to $50,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, public entities, tribal governments, and individuals for arts and culture activities. Grant funds may be used for arts events, classes, and presentations, research, and for the costs associated with bringing in experts and specialists. The Folk and Traditional A...

Grants averaging $2,500 and in-kind donations to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits for programs that provide music programs in schools and local communities. New applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Funding is intended to improve access to music instruction and to give children greater oppo...

Grants of approximately $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for programs to protect the cultural, civil, economic, social, and political rights of people across the globe. The Foundation's mission includes pursuing justice and peace and distributing the world's resources equitably. Previous grants have been awarded fo...

Grants to USA and territories musicians to support performances and tours. This grant program is open to both new and established musicians, solo artists and musicians who play in an ensemble. Priority will be given to proposals that reach underserved communities and rural areas, especially those that lack opportunities to...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International early-career individuals for projects in the areas of education, conservation, research, technology, and storytelling. Funding is intended to support transformative, innovative projects focusing on areas that include wildlife, the human journey, evolution of culture...

Fellowships to USA individual researchers to promote Japanese studies across the country. The fellowship program is intended to support studies on the Japanese political economy, modern society, relations between the United States and Japan, and Japan's international relations. The purpose of the program is to foster excha...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota professional artists for projects that promote community engagement and career advancement. Funding is intended to support artists in the fields of literary, visual, or performing arts. Eligible projects must incorporate a community component.

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for the creation of artwork by under-recognized visual artists. Interested applicants are required to submit a letter of inquiry prior to the full proposal. Funding is intended to support direct costs for the production of new works, such as ...

Grants of up to $4,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribes in multiple states to host performances by touring artists and ensembles. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations at least two weeks prior to the deadline. Organizations located in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, M...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote integrity and quality within the field of journalism. Funding may support career development, multimedia education, First Amendment causes, international free press, professional organizations, media research, and programs that foster diversity, ethics and entrepreneurial en...

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International organizations for workshops that provide coaching and support for amateur musicians playing chamber music. Funding is intended to reduce registration fees for participants, subsidize coaches’ salaries, and provide scholarships for participants. ACMP seeks to fu...

Awards of $5,000 and $50,000 to USA and territories individual nonprofit founders ages 50 and older to recognize efforts to create positive social change and impact. The award is intended to acknowledge organizational leaders who use their life experiences to make a difference. Applicants must have started the work at age ...

Awards of $200 to USA, Canada, and International high school students (in grades nine through twelve) who have demonstrated excellence in writing works of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction. The panel will select one winner each in poetry, short fiction, and creative nonfiction categories. Claudia Ann Seaman award winners are...

Grants to USA Tribal governments and Tribal nonprofits, and grants to California nonprofits, IHEs, schools, and school districts in eligible regions to address community needs. Program areas include health, education, basic needs, community development, and culture. San Manuel’s charitable giving program supports organiz...

Grants of up to $7,500 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies in eligible counties for arts programming that benefits local communities. Applicants must notify program staff of their intent to apply prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for projects that engage community me...

Grants to USA nonprofit institutions to promote American art through public displays. A letter of inquiry is required prior to the submission of an application. Funding is intended to support the study and understanding of art of the United States from any era, including Native American art, through scholarly loan exhibiti...

Grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, libraries, and schools for arts projects in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support projects that result in the creation of artistic works and performances across a range of visual, media, performing, and literary art fo...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools for arts related activities in Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, and Pine Counties. Applicants should contact the grant program officer prior to applying. Funding is intended to support the creation of a strong ...

Prizes to USA PreK-12 schools for imaginative use of repurposed juice and milk cartons in creating or enhancing a school garden. Some of the prizes will be awarded specifically in the categories of creative arts, health and nutrition, STEM, and environmental stewardship.

Grants starting at $20,000 to Minnesota nonprofits for making community-based arts, primarily multi-disciplinary and visual, accessible to residents in the Twin Cities area, and statewide programs promoting responsible stewardship of water and land resources. The foundation supports community-based organizations that ...

Grants of up to $3,000 to Minnesota K-12 schools for programs that improve the art curriculum in educational institutions in eligible counties. Funding is intended to promote artistic excellence in existing arts programs through special arts events and projects, arts-related field trips, and artistic residencies. Eligible ...

Grants of up to $2,500 to Minnesota individual mid-career artists in eligible counties for projects that promote artistic growth and professional development. Funding is intended to support art projects that enhance the applicant's artistic skills, artwork, experimentation, collaboration, or art career. Applicants must res...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA individual artists who are under-recognized in the field of visual arts. Applications will be evaluated according to the artistic quality of the applicant’s work and the potential to foster aesthetic inquiry. Grant funds may be used to support any activity that promotes artistic development...

Grants of up to $750 to USA and Canada teachers, librarians, children's museums and theaters, eligible societies, organizations, and individuals involved with organizations for literary and educational projects. Funding is intended for curriculum development or to design educational experiences related to Sherlock Holmes l...