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Find similar grantsAccessible Arts is sponsored by Minnesota State Arts Board. Supports projects that increase accessibility to the arts for people with disabilities, including investments in professional development and equipment.
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Minnesota State Arts Board The information on this page is from the FY 2026 grant cycle. It is to be used only as a reference. This page will be updated approximately eight weeks before the FY 2027 application deadline for this program.
That date is posted on the Arts Board Calendar. People with disabilities face significant barriers to the arts as creators, participants, and attendees. This pilot program offers project grants to increase the capacity of the arts sector to make arts experiences more accessible.
Funds may be used for investments that will have a longer-term impact on the applicant, such as professional development related to accessibility (i.e., staff or volunteer training, etc.), hiring accessibility consultants to conduct accessibility audits and/or develop accessibility plans, etc. Funds may also be used for small equipment investments (costing less than $5,000) that will make programming more accessible over time (i.e. assisted listening or captioning equipment, handrails, grab bars, etc.).
Program overview and application instructions FY 2027 Accessible Arts Program Overview and Application Instructions —All applicants should read this document thoroughly before beginning an application. April 10, 2026, before 4:30 p. m.
When will funds be awarded? Grant awards will be approved at the October 2026 board meeting. The grant period for these awards will be December 2026 - November 2027; all funded activities must take place within the grant period.
• A 501(c)(3) tax-exempt arts organization; or • An arts affiliate of a nonprofit organization or public entity. Additional eligibility requirements are included in the FY 2027 Accessible Arts Program Overview and Application Instructions. Please review all eligibility requirements carefully before beginning an application.
Applicants may request between $10,000 - $20,000. No cash match is required. FY 2027 Accessible Arts Information Session and Q&A with Program Officers Recording | Download PowerPoint Learn more about the FY 2027 Accessible Arts grant program.
This virtual information session provides details about the program purpose, eligibility, and application process. Recording | Download PowerPoint --> Information Sessions web page. FY 2027 Grant Programs Overview The Arts Board recorded a high-level overview of the grant programs that will be offered for organizations in fiscal year 2027.
Potential applicants may wish to review the recording to help determine which program is the best fit for their work. Note that the program specific information session linked above will provide a more in-depth understanding of the Accessible Arts grant program for potential applicants. The FY 2027 Grant Programs Overview for Organizations is available on the Information Sessions page of the Arts Board's website.
Recording | Download PowerPoint The following applications were submitted by fiscal year 2026 grantees. The files may take several minutes to download. • Mixed Blood Theatre Company • New York Mills Regional Cultural Center If you have questions or need assistance If you have questions about the content of the application forms or narrative, please contact: Adam Wiltgen , program officer AccessibleArts@arts.
state. mn. us If you have questions about the technical aspects of the online WebGrants application forms, or questions about electronic submission, please e-mail the Arts Board at: Chris Berry , grants management systems administrator Tom Miller , WebGrants administrator For accessibility inquiries or accommodation requests, please contact: Sue Gens , executive director Sue.
Gens@arts. state. mn.
us The Arts Board offers accommodations, such as alternate format materials, transcription, and other technical assistance, upon request. Grant application deadlines are not able to be extended for any reason. To ensure we are able to provide you access, please make your accommodation request as soon as possible, and no less than two weeks prior to a grant application deadline.
All staff can be reached toll-free at (800) 866-2787 or via Minnesota Relay 711. Application method —All applicants are required to use the WebGrants system to apply and will submit all materials electronically. Registration is required of all applicants before beginning an application to any Arts Board program.
It is only necessary to register once. Two online tutorials are available to acquaint users with the WebGrants system: • How to register as a WebGrants user Grantee reports and amendments The following links provide information and instructions regarding final reports and related material required from Arts Board grantees.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations and public entities in Minnesota. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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