The CMAB Organizational Development program provides funds up to $2,000 to help maintain & strengthen the infrastructure of nonprofit arts organizations in Region 7W. These funds are also available to assist arts groups in establishing 501(c)(3) status.
Program Outcomes
- 1. The capacity of those providing arts experiences is increased or strengthened by changing, expanding, or enriching the ways in which they connect to their communities through the arts.
- 2. Minnesota’s Arts Sector grows in reach and impact through programs and strategies that improve the health and operations of regional arts organizations.
- 3. The infrastructure of arts organizations is strengthened through access to operating funds, professional development and best practices sharing.
Who Can Apply
- Nonprofit arts organizations located in Benton, Sherburne, Stearns or Wright county
- Arts groups without nonprofit designation (using a fiscal agent) for the purpose of becoming a 501c3 nonprofit
The Guidelines include the questions and
instructions for completing an application.
Download theGuidelines.doc in Microsoft Word to use as a draft!
NEW? Watch the Applicant Tutorial for instructions on
creating an account and using the online grant system
Application DEADLINES:
Rnd 1: Wed., August 7, 2019
Rnd 2: Wed., November 13, 2019
Rnd 3: Wed., April 8, 2020
Draft Review Deadlines:
Rnd 1: Wed., July 24, 2019
Rnd 2: Wed., October 30, 2019
Rnd 3: Wed, March 25, 2020
BOARD Review Dates:
Rnd 1: Thurs., Sept. 19, 2019
Rnd 2: Thurs., Dec. 12, 2019
Rnd 3: Thurs., May 14, 2020