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Find similar grantsArtist Growth Grants is sponsored by Southwest Minnesota Arts Council. Provides funding to artists at any career stage for projects that will advance their skills and artistic career. This is made possible by a grant from the McKnight Foundation.
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Artist Growth Grants - Southwest Minnesota Arts Council Provides up to $4,000 to artists at any career stage for projects that will advance their skills and artistic career. Quilt titled, “Dancing With Irene Two” by Jamie Kalvestran of Milan, MN.
Dates & Deadlines for FY 2026 (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 ) Request staff draft review by October 1, 2025 Application Deadline: October 15, 2025 Panel Review: November 8, 2025 Board Action: November 25, 2025 Earliest project start date: December 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 April 8, 2026 Application Deadline: April 22, 2026 Panel Review: May 16, 2026 Board Action: May 26, 2026 Earliest project start date: June 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 Growth Grant Guidelines FY 2026 Application Questions (editable document for draft writing) FY 2026 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: Artists at any career stage in the Southwest Minnesota region. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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