Art Grant Applications Now Open
Deadline October 1
The East Central Regional Arts Council (ECRAC) invites artists, culture bearers, arts organizations, nonprofits, and local governments in region 7E to apply for arts grant funding. ECRAC serves Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Pine counties, and the sovereign lands of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. Applications are open now through 11:59 pm on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
Grant Programs for Artists:
• Mid-Career Artist Grant – up to $3,600
• ACHF Individual Artist Grant – up to $2,000
Grant Programs for Organizations:
• Art in Our Schools Grant – up to $5,000
• Small/Art Project Grant – $600 to $5,000
• ACHF Organization Grant - $5,000 - $20,000
Also available to artists and art organizations is a $600 Resiliency Grant with an ongoing deadline. ECRAC offers the Resiliency Grant to help artists, culture bearers, and arts organizations respond to unexpected challenges or seize sudden opportunities.
Each grant program has different eligibility and/or focus areas, and ECRAC staff are here to help you choose the best application that aligns with your artistic goals. Detailed information about each grant program can be found on the ECRAC website: ecrac.org. Applicants are also invited to attend a grant information session to learn more about these grant programs and how to apply.
Attend A Grant Information Session
Grant Information Sessions for Artists:
· In-person: September 16th at 3:00 p.m. (ECRAC office, 540 Weber Ave, Hinckley)
· Online via Zoom: September 18th at 10:00 a.m.
Grant Information Sessions for Organizations:
· In-person: September 16th at 10:00 a.m. (ECRAC office, 540 Weber Ave, Hinckley)
· Online via Zoom: September 18th at 2:00 p.m.
Register at ecrac.org via the Events Calendar or contact ECRAC Staff at grantinfo@ecrac.org or 320-336-0200. Recorded sessions are also available on YouTube and the links can be found on our website.
For over 40 years, ECRAC has supported the arts in region 7E. Visit ecrac.org to explore grant guidelines, view past funded projects, browse the permanent art collection, and discover upcoming arts events. Whether you’re applying for a grant or simply passionate about the arts, the ECRAC website is a valuable resource. ECRAC staff is here to support you as you navigate the grant making process.
