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City of Minneapolis

Festivals & Cultural Spaces Activation Program

Location: MN — Twin Cities Metro
Type: RFP / RFQs
Categories:
Public Art

Deadline: 08/09/2024

Other Criteria:
Paid opportunity ($15,000)

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Purpose

The Festivals & Cultural Spaces Activation Program is meant to support new or existing festivals and cultural centers, community arts centers, galleries and studios, healing arts centers, community celebrations, art markets, art-centered events, art-focused block parties, parks, plazas, streets, and arts educational events.

This program aims to bolster festivals and cultural spaces as they champion Minneapolis-based artists and foster community connections. Additionally, it strives to actively embrace the inclusion of underrepresented and diverse creatives, broaden community engagement, and cultivate dynamic, celebratory environments within their projects.

Terms And Conditions

Awards of up to $16,700 per selected applicant will be provided. (Up to 3 awards per Cultural District)
The awardee must have a signed contract before December 20, 2024.
Funding will be available to selected awardees during a 12-month period.

At present, there are seven legally designated Cultural Districts in the City of Minneapolis, located in the following commercial corridors and include:

38th Street

Cedar Avenue South

Central Avenue

East Lake Street

Franklin Avenue East

Lowry Avenue North

West Broadway