-Minnesota State Arts Board - Minnesota North Star

Information Sessions

All sessions will be recorded and posted to the Arts Board website for later viewing.


FY 2027 Operating Support Information Session and Q&A with program officer
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Learn more about the FY 2027 Operating Support grant program. First-time applicants, and individuals in new roles who will be preparing an Operating Support application for the first time, will find this session particularly valuable. Information on what's new for fiscal year 2027 will also be covered, so returning applicants may find the session valuable, as well. This session covers eligibility, full versus interim applications, review criteria, required financial information, and other important applicant and grantee requirements.

FY 2027 Arts Education Information Session and Q&A with Program Officer
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Learn more about the FY 2027 Arts Education grant program. This virtual information session provides details about the program purpose, eligibility, and application process.
This is a free, virtual session; no registration required.

To join the virtual information session, click here.
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FY 2026 Grant Programs Overview for Organizations
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This virtual session provides a high-level overview of the four project grants open to organizations in fiscal year 2026. The session is intended to help potential organizational applicants determine which program may be the best fit for their programming. Attendees can expect to learn about the similarities and differences among the Accessible Arts, Arts Education, Arts Experiences, and Cultural Expression programs, including application questions, eligibility details, and important dates.


FY 2026 Grant Programs Overview for Individuals
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This virtual session provides a high-level overview of the four project grants open to individuals in fiscal year 2026. The session is intended to help potential individual applicants determine which program may be the best fit. Attendees can expect to learn about the similarities and differences among the Arts Education, Arts Experiences, Cultural Expression, and Creative Individuals programs, including application questions, eligibility details, and important dates.


FY 2026 Creative Individuals Information Session and Q&A with Program Officers
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Learn more about the FY 2026 Creative Individuals grant program. This virtual information session provides details about the program purpose, eligibility, and application process.

FY 2026 Accessible Arts Information Session and Q&A with Program Officer
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Learn more about the FY 2026 Accessible Arts grant program. This virtual information session will provide details about the program purpose, eligibility, and application process.

FY 2026 Arts Experiences Information Session and Q&A with Program Officer
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Learn more about the FY 2026 Arts Experiences grant program. This virtual information session will provide details about the program purpose, eligibility, and application process.

FY 2026 Cultural Expression Information Session and Q&A with Program Officer
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Learn more about the FY 2026 Cultural Expression grant program. This virtual information session will provide details about the program purpose, eligibility, and application process.




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Arts Board information sessions and videos posted to its website are equipped with automated closed captioning. The Arts Board offers accommodations and materials in alternative formats upon request. Please contact the Arts Board's accessibility coordinator if you require an accommodation (i.e., ASL-interpretation; open captioning; audio description; digital, large-print or Braille materials, etc.) to fully participate.


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