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CURRENT GRANTS - SEPTEMBER 2024
NOFA_Arts & Culture Vibrant Storefronts Initiative (RFP/Bid)
NOFA_Arts & Culture Vibrant Storefronts Initiative (RFP/Bid)
Overview: This initiative aims to revitalize vacant storefronts in Minneapolis by providing funding to artists and groups with a minimum of three years of programmatic history. The selected artists/groups must demonstrate a commitment to community-building practices and agree to a 2-year lease in participating properties. The initiative seeks to promote arts and culture within the community, turning unused spaces into vibrant, creative hubs.
Granting Organization/Business Unit: City of Minneapolis
Website: City of Minneapolis Arts & Culture Vibrant Storefronts Initiative
Status (Profit/Nonprofit): Nonprofit
Eligibility Criteria/General Requirement:
Applicants must be Minnesota residents capable of working in person during the program term.
A minimum 3-year programmatic history is required.
A commitment to a 2-year lease in participating properties is mandatory.
Proposals should outline how the project will engage the community and enhance the local arts and culture scene.
Application Deadline: August 30, 2024, at 4:00 PM Local Time
Grant/Bid Amount: $150,000 - $250,000
Focus Area/Areas of Expertise: Arts and Culture, Community Engagement, Urban Revitalization
Contact Information:
Applicants can submit questions and proposals via email to Economic Development Specialist Paul Kranz at paul.kranz@minneapolismn.gov
