That’s right! Spring Legacy Grants for 2022 have reached new heights
LRAC will set new records at its April Spring Legacy Grant reviews! After receiving feedback in 2021 from artists and organizations regarding the need for funding to aid in recovery after the devastating effects of COVID-19, LRAC responded by raising the funding level for the Spring 2022 Legacy Grants to a record high of $217,788.
The deadline to apply for Spring Legacy Grants has since passed and LRAC received a record-breaking number of requests totaling in $498,628.
Difficult Decisions for the LRAC Board
Because the amounts requested greatly exceed what is available, the Board is very aware that many wonderful projects that will be approved for funding will not be funded.
Facing the difficult task of reviewing and recommending grants for funding, LRAC intends to divide these requests into different rounds. This way, the Board can ensure that all projects will be carefully considered and given a fair evaluation before any grants are awarded.
The LRAC board will review applications carefully and recommend projects to be awarded a 2022 Spring Legacy Grant.
More information on this will be announced after the upcoming grant review on Tuesday, March 15th.
How YOU Can Help Future Projects by Advocating for Arts Funding
Arts Advocacy Week will take place virtually from March 14th to March 18th, 2022.
Arts Advocacy Week, also known as Arts Action Week, is the perfect opportunity for you to help carry the message that the Arts needs continued support from your Legislator. This March 14 – 18, Minnesota Citizens for the Arts is fighting to protect Legacy Amendment and state grant funds as well as pushing for passage of a bill that would grant $100 million to arts and cultural groups hurt by the COVID-19 pandemic.
A virtual kick-off rally will be held at the beginning of the week on Monday, March 14th at 8:30am. All programs and meetings will be held virtually, which is why it’s important that you visit their website and sign up to participate. This pre-registration will ensure that you receive the necessary links to attend meetings.
