The Region 2 Arts Council will offer free grant writing workshops for anyone interested in applying for a McKnight Career Development Fellowship, Arts and Cultural Heritage Grant, Arts Project Grant, Individual Artist Grant, or an Anishinaabe Arts Initiative grant within the Region 2 area (serving Beltrami, Clearwater, Hubbard, Lake of the Woods and Mahnomen counties). These workshops will familiarize potential applicants with the application process, what projects are eligible, how to develop a project budget and other tips.
*NEW* The McKnight Career Development Fellowship is open to established artists in all disciplines who show a commitment to their career. This 18-month fellowship provides the opportunity for career development experiences that will add depth and advancement to any artistic career. Two $6,000 fellowships will be awarded per year.
The Arts and Cultural Heritage grant writing session will be open to artists in all art disciplines, any non-profit organization, school (including community education offices), and units of government. These grants support three key areas: Arts Activities and Arts Access, Education, and Cultural Heritage. Individual artists can apply for grants up to $3,000 and organizations can apply for grants up to $6,000.
*NEW – Increased to $3,000* – The Arts Project Grant writing session will be open to any non-profit organization, school (including community education offices), and units of government. These grants offer funding for a variety of art projects including costs related to performances or exhibitions, engagement of guest artists, and artists-in-residence. Organizations can apply for grants up to $3,000.
The Individual Artist Grant writing session will be open to artists in all art disciplines. These grants offer funding for costs associated with the exhibition, performance, or production of a creative work; purchase of materials or equipment necessary for a creative work; educational opportunities; mentorships; and proposals for career-enhancing projects or opportunities. Artists can apply for grants up to $1,000.
*NEW – Increased to $1,000* – The Anishinaabe Arts Initiative Grant is open to individual Native American artists in all disciplines. These grants offer funding for costs associated with the exhibition, performance, or production of a creative work; purchase of materials or equipment necessary for a creative work; educational opportunities; mentorships; and proposals for career-enhancing projects or opportunities. Artists can apply for grants up to $1,000.
ADVANCE REGISTRATION is required. To reserve a place in a free workshop or for further information, please call 218-751-5447 or 1-800-275-5447 or email staff@r2arts.org
The workshops will be offered in the following locations:
PARK RAPIDS:
Public Library Conference Room
Thursday, July 8
5:00-6:30 Individual Artist Grant/McKnight Career Development Fellowship
6:30-7:30 Arts and Cultural Heritage Grants
7:30-8:30 Arts Project Grants
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BAGLEY
Faith Lutheran Church
Tuesday, July 13
5:00-6:30 Individual Artist Grant/McKnight Career Development Fellowship
6:30-7:30 Arts and Cultural Heritage Grants
7:30-8:30 Arts Project Grants
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BEMIDJI
R2AC Office
Thursday, July 15
5:00-6:30 Individual Artist Grant/McKnight Fellowship
6:30-7:30 Arts and Cultural Heritage Grants
7:30-8:30 Arts Project Grant
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BAUDETTE
Monday, July 19
LOW High School ITV Room
5:00-6:30 Individual Artist Grant/McKnight Fellowship
6:30-7:30 Arts and Cultural Heritage Grants
7:30-8:30 Arts Project Grant
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MAHNOMEN
Monday, July 26
Red Apple Cafe
5:00-6:30 Individual Artist Grant/McKnight Fellowship
6:30-7:30 Arts and Cultural Heritage Grants
7:30-8:30 Arts Project Grant
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Anishinaabe Arts Initiative Grant Workshops are as follows:
OGEMA
Thursday, August 12
Minwanjige Cafe
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
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CASS LAKE
Thursday, August 19
Leech Lake Tribal HQ
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
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RED LAKE
Thursday, August 26
Tribal Council HQ Building
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
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BEMIDJI
Thursday, September 2
R2AC Office
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. TO RESERVE A SEAT CALL 218-751-5447/800-275-5447 OR EMAIL STAFF@R2ARTS.ORG.
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