Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council Creativity in Our Region Grant

Source

Who Can Apply: Adults 18+ who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents, residing in the 9-county region (Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, LeSueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Waseca, Watonwan counties) for at least six months prior to applying.
The Focus: Support to try a new creative activity by covering fees for an in-person class, workshop, or one-on-one mentorship plus materials/supplies within the 9-county region.
The Funding: $250 one-time grant per individual.
Key Requirements: Proposed class/workshop/mentorship details (location in the region, instructor or organization name, contact phone/email, supporting documentation such as a screenshot or brochure, website URL if applicable), proposed material or supply expenses, proposed travel if applicable, and a statement on why you are interested in the activity.

DeadlineThursday, October 15, 2026

AwardOne-time amount of $250 to an individual

LocationMN

ParticipationOn-site

Career stagesAll Stages

Age range18–

Application notesProposed activity start date must be at least 45 days from the date of submission and the activity must be completed within 12 months of approval. The Board reviews applications at its next monthly board meeting; checks are dispersed on or around the 15th of the following month. The Board does not meet in December or June, so applications submitted after November 15 and in December are reviewed in January. A final report with receipts is required within 60 days of completing the class/workshop.

Contactinfo@plrac.org

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Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council

Organization based in Waseca