First Grant Opportunity of FY 2023 Opened for Minnesota State Arts Board

Arts organizations encouraged to submit applications for the Operating Support grant

Start the Application Process Now for MSAB’s Operating Support Grant

Applications are currently open for the Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant. Awarded for fiscal year 2023 (July 2022 – June 2023), this funding opportunity supports established arts organizations that produce, present, or exhibit works of art as well as other organizations providing a broad range of services to artists and community arts schools. Funding will be used for organizational goals, objectives, and the maintenance of ongoing programs, services, and facilities.

Amounts for the Operating Support grant varies The size of awarded Operating Support grants will vary accordingly with a minimum amount of $15,000.

Exterior of Andria Theatre in Alexandria, Minnesota.

A singer performs at the historic Holmes Theatre in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.

A student prepares a costume for a performance at the Andria Theatre in Alexandria, Minnesota.

Fargo-Moorhead Choral Artists perform at a local church.

A student theater production at Andria Theatre in Alexandria, Minnesota.

How to Apply for this Funding Opportunity

First time applicants are encouraged to carefully review the Program Overview and Application instructions HERE and then call the program officer prior to beginning an application.

A one-hour informational session focusing on program basics and applicant questions will be held virtually on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at 12pm. This meeting is free of charge and a recording of it will be posted for those unable to attend shortly after.

Applications for the Operating Support Grant 2023 are due on Friday, January 21, 2022, by 4:30pm. You can learn more about this grant program by visiting the MN State Arts Board Website. Additional opportunities for fiscal year 2023 will be announced in early 2022.