The CMAB Organizational Development program provides funds up to $5,000 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 501(c) (3) arts organizations
- Arts groups without nonprofit designation (using a fiscal agent) requesting support for becoming a 501c3 nonprofit
- An arts affiliate operating as a distinct arts focused program hosted within a Region 7W public or nonprofit 501c3.
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:
Rnd1: Wed., August 5, 2020
Rnd2: Wed., November 18, 2020
Draft Review Deadlines:
Rnd1: Wed., July 22, 2020
Rnd2: Wed., October 28, 2020
BOARD Review Dates:
Rnd1: Thurs., Sept. 17, 2020
Rnd2: Thurs., Dec., 2020