Springboard for the Arts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, founded in 1991. The organization functions as an artist-centered community and economic development organization that provides resources, workshops, and toolkits for artists of all disciplines. Springboard for the Arts operates offices in both Saint Paul and Fergus Falls, Minnesota, and employs approximately 26 staff members.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
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Net Investment Income
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Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To support artists with the tools to make a living and a life, and to build just and equitable communities full of meaning, joy, and connection.
Vision: A world where artists are essential; local economies are vibrant and just; and the systems that surround us are human centered.
Primary Activities:
- Business development assistance for artists
- Creation of toolkits for artists
- Support for rural arts development efforts
- Fiscal sponsorship services
- Leadership programs and fellowships
- General operating support for organizations that support community problem-solving
Grantmaking
Springboard for the Arts functions both as a grant recipient and as a grantmaker to other organizations and artists.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Springboard for the Arts primarily funds in Minnesota and New York. The organization maintains a particular commitment to rural arts development, with specific programming in west central Minnesota through its Fergus Falls office.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent (2024):
- Total Assets: $15,272,169
- Total Revenue: $6,190,000
- Total Expenses: $6,870,000
- Total Liabilities: $2,090,000
- Annual Revenue (alternate source): $9,928,333
Historical Giving:
- Total giving (2024): $3,056,600
Tax Status: Tax-exempt since October 1991; EIN: 41-1690483
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | $15,272,169 | $16,056,163 |
| Revenue | — | $6,187,563 | $11,682,094 |
| Expenses | — | $6,867,681 | $4,186,681 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | $167,491 | $42,093 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 0 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
147 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Springboard for the Arts
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for 2025.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Laura Zabel – Executive Director
- Amanda Kaler – Advancement Director
- Michele Anderson – Rural Director
- Ricardo Beaird – Community Development Director
- Jun-li Wang – Associate Director
- Wone Vang – Economic Opportunity Director
- Destiny Davison – Communications Director
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
No officer/director data available.
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Springboard for the Arts has received significant support from major funders, including the Bush Foundation, which has awarded the organization 29 grants totaling $4,695,250 between 2006 and 2023. Recent Bush Foundation grants include:
Grants - Springboard For The Arts$460,000 in 2023 for general operating support through the Ecosystem program (36-month term)
$208,000 in 2021 for a Guaranteed Income Pilot for artists, culture bearers, and creatives in Saint Paul (25-month term)
$25,000 in 2021 for sponsorship of the Rural Arts and Culture Recovery Network
The organization has also launched emergency relief funding initiatives and announced cohorts for fellowship programs supporting rural arts development.
Press Release: Artists Emergency Relief Fund Network Launches with 5 PilotsSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Springboard for the Arts fund?
**Mission:** To support artists with the tools to make a living and a life, and to build just and equitable communities full of meaning, joy, and connection. **Vision:** A world where artists are essential; local economies are vibrant and just; and the systems that surround us are human centered. **Primary Activities:** • Business development assistance for artists • Creation of toolkits for artists • Support for rural arts development efforts • Fiscal sponsorship services • Leadership programs…
How do I apply for a grant from Springboard for the Arts?
Springboard for the Arts functions both as a grant recipient and as a grantmaker to other organizations and artists. **As a Grantmaker:** • Total giving: $3,056,600 (based on 2024 IRS Form 990) • Typical award range: $5,133–$119,188 • Focus areas: Education, Human Services, and Arts, Culture & Humanities • Primary geographic focus: Minnesota and New York **Notable Grant Programs:** • Guaranteed Income Pilot for artists, culture bearers, and creatives in Saint Paul • Rural Arts and Culture Recov…
Where does Springboard for the Arts make grants?
Springboard for the Arts primarily funds in Minnesota and New York. The organization maintains a particular commitment to rural arts development, with specific programming in west central Minnesota through its Fergus Falls office.
What is Springboard for the Arts's EIN?
Springboard for the Arts's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 41-1690483. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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