FY 2026 Cultural Expression grant program

About this program

Minnesota State Arts Board’s FY 2026 Cultural Expression grant program provides project grants to support activities that share, explore, pass on, express, or celebrate culture through the arts, funding both traditional and contemporary cultural expression. Applicants may request $5,000–$35,000 to support activities such as practicing cultural art forms; presenting festivals, community celebrations, performances, media, or exhibitions; offering demonstrations or apprenticeships; and documenting cultural practices. Eligible applicants include individuals and organizations proposing projects that center culture defined by shared ethnicity, tribal affiliation, geographic or regional identity, or language, and must follow full program guidelines and eligibility criteria available on the Arts Board website.