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Applications are now being accepted for this year’s Arts Projects Minigrants.
The money comes from the Michigan Council for the Arts. The grants are administered by the Copper Country Community Arts Council.
Non-profits, municipalities, libraries and K-12 schools in Houghton, Baraga, Keweenaw, Ontonagon, Gogebic and Iron Counties are eligible.
Grants of up to $4,000 must be matched dollar-for-dollar by the recipient. Money can be used for a broad range of artistic expression from all cultures through projects which preserve, produce, or present traditional and contemporary arts.
A list of examples provided includes exhibits, readings, performances, workshops, broadcasts, consultancies, commissions, festivals, pow wows, conferences, seminars, video and film productions and screenings, publications, and other arts activities.
The review criteria include artistic merit, sound planning and management, and community service. Geographic distribution, underserved populations, cultural diversity, and a variety of arts disciplines are also considered.
Professional and Organizational Development grants are also available for organizations and individual artists. Awards of up to $1,500 must be matched by a 25% cash or in-kind contribution. Money can be used for training courses, consultants, conference fees and related travel.
The application deadline is January 15th. Projects must take place between March 1st and September 30th of this year.
You can see guidelines here. You may register online here.
Grant information and individual assistance is available through the Copper Country Community Arts Center in Hancock.
