MAC Annual Grants

MAC Annual Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Missouri Arts Council
Amount: Up to US $40,000
Last Updated: January 16, 2026

Summary

The Missouri Arts Council offers annual grants ranging from $500 to $40,000 to support arts projects that engage communities across Missouri. These grants are aimed at enhancing public access to diverse arts experiences, boosting economic growth through the arts, and strengthening educational initiatives. Eligible projects include performances, festivals, exhibitions, artist residencies, and educational programs. The Council's mission is to foster appreciation for the arts, contributing to the vitality of Missouri's cultural heritage.

Overview

Supporting the Arts for All Missouri The Missouri Arts Council is the state agency dedicated—as public leader, partner, and catalyst—to broadening the growth, availability, and appreciation of the arts in Missouri and fostering the diversity, vitality, and excellence of Missouri’s communities, economy, and cultural heritage. The grants we award make possible quality arts programming to communities both large and small throughout the state. We provide grants to arts projects that meet our strategic goals: Engage people in meaningful arts experiencesGrow Missouri’s economy using the artsStrengthen Missouri education through the arts What Does MAC Fund? Missouri Arts Council funds art projects in most artistic disciplines that are open to the public. A project may include the following: Performance of dance, music, opera, theatreArts festival or arts component at festival or county fair ExhibitionLiterary journalfilm screeningArtist residencies (through Arts Education) Education programs (through Arts Education) Funding. Most grant applications have a maximum request, from $500 and up. Annual grants allow up to $40,000

Eligibility

We've imported the main document for this grant to give you an overview. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Be tax-exempt as determined by the Internal Revenue Service and incorporated in Missouri as a not-for-profit corporation.Conduct the proposed project in Missouri.Missouri Arts Council funds may be used for the following costs. All expenses must be related to the MAC-funded project. Salaries and wages for employees working directly on the project Artistic fees Venue or facilities rental Travel costs, including transportation, lodging, and subsistence– Marketing and promotion costs Accessibility accommodations (for example, sign-language interpretation, audio description) Artistic production and presentation costs, licensing, design sets and scenery, costumes, consumable supplies, and technical expenses Equipment rental (not purchase) Evaluation services and documentation (photo, video, audio, pre/post surveys, etc.) Supplies and materials

Ineligibility

We cannot accept a multi-year application.The following entities are not eligible to apply for Missouri Arts Council funding:Individuals New organizations (in operation less than a year). New and emerging arts organizations must consult with the Missouri Arts Council before applying. Emerging groups need time and assistance to develop their mission and create effective events and programs. Nonprofit organizations with foreign incorporation with the Missouri Secretary of State’s Office. Exception: Organizations that were previously funded may continue to be funded if they maintain a Missouri-based location and majority-Missouri board. For-profit organizations (including B Corporations) Nonexempt nonprofit organizations