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The Leslye Orr Fund for Artists with Disabilities is a grant from Springboard for the Arts that funds Minnesota-based artists of any discipline who self-identify as having a disability. Awards of $2,500 support specific opportunities or projects that advance an artist's career or creative practice.
Qualifying disabilities include cognitive, intellectual, developmental, mobility, visual, hearing, mental health conditions, and other ADA-qualifying conditions. Applicants must identify a concrete opportunity the grant will support, such as a residency, equipment purchase, professional development, or production costs. The application deadline for the most recent cycle was April 6, 2026.
Springboard for the Arts administers the fund to advance equity and access in Minnesota's arts community.
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Leslye Orr Fund for Artists with Disabilities - Springboard For The Arts Leslye Orr Fund for Artists with Disabilities Inspired by Leslye Orr’s advocacy for “the possibilities of disabilities,” this fund fosters artistry, inclusivity, and community joy. The Leslye Orr Fund provides non-competitive direct support for artists with disabilities in Minnesota to create work and invest in their careers.
Inspired by Leslye Orr’s advocacy for “the possibilities of disabilities,” this fund fosters artistry, inclusivity, and community joy. Grants are $2,500 each, and will be awarded to four artists per funding cycle, selected through a randomized drawing of eligible applicants. Apply for the fund .
The Leslye Orr Memorial Fund for Artists with Disabilities is managed by Springboard for the Arts and sustained by community support. Contribute to the fund. Header Image Credit: portrait of the artist courtesy of her family , photo by Lauren B.
Photography. Frequently Asked Questions Grants are $2,500 each, and will be awarded to four artists per funding cycle, selected through a randomized drawing of eligible applicants. Applications open: December 2025 Recipients are notified by: April 30, 2026 Eligibility (must meet all criteria): Self-identify as an artist (any discipline) with a disability* Have an opportunity that can be met with a one-time $2,500 grant.
* Disability is broadly defined and may include cognitive, intellectual, developmental, mobility, visual, hearing, mental health, immunocompromised, members of the Deaf community, artists living with HIV, or others who meet the ADA definition of disability.
an artist based outside Minnesota a current Springboard Rural Regenerator Fellow a Springboard employee, board member, or immediate family member of either Besides filling out the form below, applicants may also apply using the following methods: Uploading or emailing a short video (2-4 minutes) responding to application questions Receiving assistance from another person (in-person, virtually or by phone) to take dictation or complete the application on the applicant’s behalf, including Springboard for the Arts staff.
If you need assistance or would like to use an alternative application form please contact Andy Sturdevant via phone (call/text) at 651-294-0907 or email at andy@springboardforthearts. org . If your application is drawn, you may choose to receive the full amount in a lump sum or over a period of months.
You may also designate a legal guardian or representative to receive the funds on your behalf. We will work out payment details with each selected artist individually. Do you currently live in Minnesota full-time?
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Minnesota-based artists of any discipline who self-identify as having a disability (cognitive, intellectual, developmental, mobility, visual, hearing, mental health, or other ADA-qualifying conditions) with a specific opportunity the funds can support. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $2,500. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was April 6, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
The Leslye Orr Fund for Artists with Disabilities is funded by Springboard for the Arts. 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.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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