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Find similar grantsThree rounds in 2026: Round 1 May 19, Round 2 July 7, Round 3 September 15 (final). Awards $500 per recipient, 60 total awards (20 per round).
Emergency Relief Fund (ERF) is sponsored by Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council (SEMAC). The Emergency Relief Fund is designed for rapid, short-term assistance for individual artists and culture bearers facing unexpected hardship in the 11-county SEMAC region of Minnesota.
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Emergency Relief Fund - SEMAC SEMAC’s Emergency Relief Fund (ERF) is designed for rapid, short-term assistance for individual artists and culture bearers facing unexpected hardship (loss of income, unexpected expenses, crisis situations, etc.) The funds are distributed as one-time gifts to help stabilize recipients and address urgent needs, offering some relief during a difficult time so they can continue their creative work.
The application is simple and no reporting is required. This is not a merit-based grant program. Recipients will be chosen through a random selection process.
Through this program, SEMAC will make gifts of $500 each to 60 creatives living in the 11-county region, 20 per selection round.
SEMAC’s ERF is meant to be as inclusive as possible and is open to visual artists, dance artists, theatre artists, performers, writers, music creators, filmmakers, culture bearers, makers, artisans, storytellers, artistic social conveners, idea purveyors, imaginaries, visionaries, arts educators, crafters, cultural workers, socially engaged artists, or anyone with an intentional creative practice.
SEMAC and Minnesota’s other regional arts councils form the Artists Emergency Relief Fund Network, which is stewarded by Springboard for the Arts and supported in part by the F. R. Bigelow Foundation , the Jerome Foundation , the McKnight Foundation , the John S.
and James L. Knight Foundation , and the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation . Emergency Relief Fund Q&A Sessions SEMAC staff will hold two virtual Q&A sessions, on Friday, May 8, from 2 – 3 p.
m. and Tuesday, May 12, from 6 – 7 p. m.
April 21 – Application opens (accepted on an ongoing basis) May 19 – Submission deadline for selection round 1 May 29 – Applicants notified of round 1 results and confirmation forms sent* July 7 – Submission deadline for selection round 2 July 17 – Applicants notified of round 2 results and confirmation forms sent* September 15 – Submission deadline for selection round 3 September 24 – Applicants notified of round 3 results and confirmation forms sent* *A check will be mailed or available to pick up at the SEMAC office within 3 – 4 days after selected applicants submit the confirmation form.
Applications are first reviewed by staff for eligibility and completeness. A portion of funds will be set aside for artists who identify as Black, Indigenous, Multi-racial, Person of Color (BIMPOC); and/or a Person with Disabilities (PWD); and/or Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersexual, or Asexual (LGBTQIA+); and/or Veterans.
Final awards for each round will be randomly selected such that the distribution of gifts corresponds with the percentages by county of the overall pool. Applications that are not selected will remain in the pool until: program funds are exhausted. Applicant must be 18 years old or older and not be a high school student.
Applicant must be a US citizen or permanent resident. Applicant must have resided for at least six (6) consecutive months in SEMAC’s service region, including the 11 southeast Minnesota counties and the Prairie Island Indian Community. The emergency must have occurred within the past six (6) months from the date the application was submitted.
Applicants must be individuals who can demonstrate a history of an ongoing creative or cultural practice.
SEMAC’s ERF is designed to help creatives who are facing emergencies that create sudden financial strain or loss of stability, such as: Loss of equipment, supplies, or personal property due to fire, theft, or natural disaster Unexpected health issues and medical bills Increased cost of life-sustaining prescriptions Food and basic daily needs insecurity Legal issues or legal services Transition of a loved one to assisted housing Unexpectedly becoming a caregiver Cancellation of art fairs, festivals, gigs, or other paid events ICE action in SE Minnesota region Quarantine or public health emergencies Canceled gigs or paid events Unexpected loss of transportation Applicants are not required to submit proof of the emergency.
If you have any questions, contact staff@semac. org . No public announcement of award recipients will be made.
Applicant information will be treated as confidential. A video recording going through the application process step-by-step, as well as our comprehensive PDF “Applicant Journey,” are available to help guide applicants through the process of applying and provide more in-depth information about the Emergency Relief Fund.
Emergency Relief Fund PDF A video recording that goes through the application step-by-step is available, as well as our comprehensive pdf “Applicant Journey” to help with the application process. Call or e-mail Desmond Anabrang, Grant Programs Manager, with questions at staff@semac. org or 507.
281. 4848.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Individual artists and culture bearers 18+ residing at least 6 consecutive months in SEMAC's 11-county service region facing unexpected hardship. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $500. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Emergency Relief Fund (ERF) are due September 15, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Emergency Relief Fund (ERF) is funded by Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council (SEMAC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Minnesota. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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