CMAB Public Art Grant Program

CMAB Public Art Grant Program

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Central Minnesota Arts Board
Last Updated: August 21, 2025

Summary

The CMAB Public Art Grant Program supports the creation of impactful public art projects that are accessible to everyone at no cost. It encourages artists to engage with the community, fostering cultural identity and artistic growth. Applicants must secure at least 25% matching funds, with no cap on funding requests, although resources are limited. This initiative aims to enrich regional culture and enhance public spaces through both permanent and temporary art installations.

Overview

CMAB Public Art Grant Program The Public Art program provides funds for the completion of well planned, permanent or temporary works of public art that are accessible to the general public without cost. Temporary public art projects must have a significant public impact and permanent, publicly accessible documentation. All requests must have a minimum of 25% matching funds. There is no maximum request amount but funds are limited. CMAB Program Outcomes Regional residents experience a change in knowledge, attitude, behavior or condition due to public art. Accessible public art contributes to community identity, culture or history Regional artists connect to new audiences and/or build relationships that provide artistic growth

Eligibility

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