Are you a non-hobby artist who makes most of your income from your art? We have funds available! Apply Now for an Individual Artist Grant!
The next grant deadline of January 15 for Individual Artist Grants for $5,000, $3,000, and $1,500. These grants are awarded to performing artists, visual artists, media artists, and creative writing artists from our seven county Minnesota service area including Kittson, Marshall, Norman, Pennington, Polk, Red Lake, and Roseau counties.
Individuals must be out of high school and at least 18 years of age to be eligible. College tuition is not an eligible expense. This is the main category that individuals use to support their artistic business or advance their technical skills. This category is for non-hobby artists who make substantial yearly income from their art. Grants are awarded annually with $1,500 going to four individuals; $3,000 going to three individuals and $5,000 going to three individuals. Support for this program comes from The McKnight Foundation and the State of Minnesota.
We offer FREE grant writing sessions to help you write your grant application or to answer any questions. Don’t let your questions about the grant process keep you from applying! We are here to help. November 12 at 4 PM is the next session. You must RSVP to attend.
Contact our office with questions or for help with your application. We are happy to help! Call our office at 218-745-8886, ext 1 or email nwartscouncil@gmail.com.
