Grant Programs
Our grant programs invest in the overall health and success of the local arts sector, and ultimately that of our community. The aim: make the arts more accessible to all, sustain a vibrant arts sector and recognize excellence in the arts.
In addition to awarding grants to arts nonprofits, over the years we have established grants to artists and health-and-human services organizations wishing to incorporate the arts into their mission-related work.
As the local arts council for Fargo and West Fargo, ND and Moorhead, MN, we award grants to nonprofits and artists based in the tri-cities. Some exceptions are made for artists living in the near region; please read the relevant guidelines carefully to determine eligibility.
About Our Grants
Unrestricted, foundational support to our community’s larger and long-lived arts-and-culture nonprofits. Grant awards: $3,000 to $10,000. Funded by the Cities of Fargo and West Fargo, ND and Moorhead, MN. Â
Program and project support to arts-and-culture nonprofits that make an important contribution to the cultural landscape of our community. Grant awards: $500 to $2,500 Funded by the Cities of Fargo and West Fargo, ND and Moorhead, M
Support for artists, performers, writers and other creatives at any career stage, helping them realize their artistic vision, improve their artistic skills and build sustainable careers. Grant awards: $750 to $2,500. Funded primarily by individual donors. Â
Support for health and human services nonprofits to incorporate the arts into their work to positively impact those they serve. Grant awards: $750 – $1,750. Funded by Choice Bank, Bell Bank and AdShark.
