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Strategic Investment Grants FY2026 Strategic Investment Grants Strategic Investment Grants (SIG) provide up to $1000 for expenses related to opportunities for professional development, market expansion, and art events. SIG enables artists and teachers to advance their professional careers and supports nonprofit organizations in the advancement of arts-related programs.
SIG supports a wide variety of arts-related activities and opportunities: Attendance at workshops, trainings, residencies, or conferences Exhibiting at trade shows, gallery showings conferences, festivals, or other art events Public outreach and marketing for events or publications Expansion of online presence or entry into new online marketplaces Performances, public art installations, demonstrations, or exhibitions Investments in technology or tools that represent a clear step forward professionally Applications are due on the 15th of each month by 11:59 p.
m. If the 15th falls on a weekend or holiday, the deadline will be the next business day. Applications must be submitted electronically via the online grant system.
Applications submitted by the deadline will be reviewed the following month. For more information about the review process or for assistance with the application, email brian. moody2@mt.
gov . SIG has distinct questions, eligibility requirements, and review criteria for artist applicants and 501(c)3 organization applicants. Click the link below to view and download guidelines.
The Strategic Investment Grant committee meets monthly to discuss applications. These meetings are open to the public. For an agenda and meeting information visit the Council Meetings page.
Montana Arts Council | 830 N. Warren Street, Helena, MT 59601 • P. O.
Box 202201, Helena, MT 59620-2201 The Montana Arts Council is funded by the State of Montana and the National Endowment for the Arts , a federal agency. Hi, I can help answer your questions!
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Artists and nonprofit organizations in Montana. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $1,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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