At the April 10, 2024 meeting, the Central MN Arts Board (CMAB) awarded $10,000 in Arts Access Grants to area organizations.

The Arts Access Grant program provides up to $5,000 in funding to cultural community groups and nonprofit organizations in support of arts-focused activities that increase Minnesotan’s access to the arts and celebrate diverse cultural expression. This grant program is made possible by the voters of Minnesota thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

The following organizations were awarded:

• WACOSA, $5,000, to offer adults with disabilities the opportunity to explore multiple art forms in partnership with 510 Art Lab in Sauk Centre, MN.

• Yiran African Arts, $5,000, to support Fred Yiran African Arts Day 2024 featuring African dance, arts, drumming and storytelling in Saint Cloud, MN

The Central Minnesota Arts Board supports collaborative and innovative arts opportunities through partnerships and financial investments in Benton, Sherburne, Stearns, and Wright counties as one of eleven Regional Arts Councils designated by the Minnesota State Arts Board working with community partners to increase access to the unique cultural assets of Minnesota.