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Artist Equity Grants - Southwest Minnesota Arts Council Provides up to $4,000 to aid Black, Indigenous, and other artists of color with projects that will advance their skills and artistic career. Beaded medallion by Jason Johnson of Redwood Falls, MN.
Dates & Deadlines for FY 2026 (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026) Request staff draft review by September 3, 2025 Application Deadline: September 17, 2025 Panel Review: October 14, 2025 Board Action: October 28, 2025 Earliest project start date: November 1, 2025 Learn what to expect when applying for and receiving a grant. Learn how to use the system to apply for and manage your grant, including a tour of the new dashboard.
Grant Workshops for FY 2026 Request staff draft review by January 28, 2026 Application Deadline: February 11, 2026 Panel Review: March 10, 2026 Board Action: March 24, 2026 Earliest project start date: April 1, 2026 Applicants may fill out and submit their application in several ways: through our online grant system in a Word document (see materials below), submitted by email to info@swmnarts.
org , along with required attachments on paper with required attachments, submitted by mail (PO Box 55, Marshall, MN 56258) or contact us to arrange drop-off. Contact us to request a paper application: info@swmnarts. org , 800-622-5284.
Have questions or need help? SW MN Arts Council grants administrator Caroline Koska is available to meet with you by phone, web conference or in person in Marshall to answer your questions on grant eligibility and using the application system or to review a draft of your application.
Schedule Time With Caroline (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026) FY 2026 Artist Equity Grant Guidelines FY 2026 Application Questions (editable document for draft writing) FY2026 Final Report Questions (editable document for draft writing) Video Tutorial for Online Grant System Enter your email address here...
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Black, Indigenous, and other artists of color residing in the Southwest Minnesota Arts Council's service region. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $4,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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