Projects, Events and Festivals Grant Program
Funding Amount
Up to US $9,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Projects, Events and Festivals Grant Program
Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Central Minnesota Arts Board
Amount: Up to US $9,000
Last Updated: November 27, 2025
Summary
The Central Minnesota Arts Board (CMAB) offers the Projects, Events and Festivals Grant Program, providing up to $8,000 in funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, local governments, and community groups. Established in 1979, CMAB enhances access to the arts across Benton, Sherburne, Stearns, and Wright counties. This initiative aims to reduce barriers to the arts, foster cultural connections, and promote public engagement through arts-focused events and festivals.Overview
Central Minnesota Arts Board Established in 1979 as a non-profit arts organization, the Central Minnesota Arts Board (CMAB) increases access to the arts as one of eleven Regional Arts Councils in Minnesota by providing grants and arts development services in Benton, Sherburne, Stearns, and Wright counties (Region 7W). CMAB strives to enhance appreciation of the essential economic and social roles the arts play by providing grants and professional development services to arts and community organizations, schools, local government and individuals. Project Grant Program Outcomes Regional residents experience increased access to the arts via a reduction in geographic, cultural and/or physical barriers.Regional residents experience a change in knowledge, attitude, behavior, or condition due to public art, arts festivals, or arts events.Regional residents build connections to their own and others’ cultural heritage through regional arts and cultural events and/or activities.Eligibility
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