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Art grant applications being accepted by the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council 

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) is now accepting grant applications from area government entities, and nonprofits. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about these grants, and how they can be used.  If you’ve never written a grant before or would just like help during the process, Hanel says they will also be…
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July 1, 2025 0

Northwest Minnesota Arts Council announces “Of the Year” award winners 

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council has announced their three “Of the Year” award winners. Northwest Minnesota Arts Council Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about their “Of the Year” awards, and more about the recipient of their first award “Artist of the Year”.  The second of three awards given out by the Northwest Minnesota…
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April 30, 2025 0

Nonprofit Art Grants now open through Northwest Minnesota Arts Council 

Applications are open for arts grants for nonprofit arts organizations through the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council. (NWMAC)  NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about these grants, and the different kinds of things they can fund.  Hanel says this grant offers a perfect opportunity for new applicants and organizations to start new events, because…
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January 30, 2025 0

Grants Available to individuals through Northwest Minnesota Arts Council

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council is currently accepting grants from individual artists, but the deadline is fast approaching. Northwest Minnesota Arts Council Director Mara Hanel tells us more about this grant, and who’s eligible.  Hanel says grants can be used to pay for a number of things from special trainings to supplies.  Hanel says the…
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October 31, 2024 0

Local Artists on display at Northland Community College 

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) is opening The Portrait Gallery at Northland Community College in Thief River now through September 30, and it features four local artists from across Northwest Minnesota. NWMAC Showcase Specialist Trey Everett tells us more about the gallery, and what kind of works are on display.  Everett also told us…
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August 16, 2024 0

Northwest MN Arts Council nonprofits and government grants deadline is Wednesday 

If you’re a Minnesota government entity or non profit looking to apply for grants through the The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council’s you better hurry as their nonprofit and government grants deadline is Wednesday. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more.  For more information go to northwestminnesotaartscouncil.org. 


July 30, 2024 0

NWMAC government and non-profit grant applications deadline approaching 

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) is accepting art grant applications from government entities and non-profits until July 31. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more.  Hanel says they are also accepting applications for many other grants that don’t have an application deadline.  Hanel says they have funds available for all kinds of the…
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July 16, 2024 0

Ada Chamber of Commerce receives grant though the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council 

The Ada Chamber of Commerce announced earlier this week that they have received a grant through the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council  that will be used to enhance the Fun in the Flatlands celebration this Summer. LeAnn Hall of the Chamber of Commerce tells us more about this grant and how they plan to use it. …
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May 2, 2024 0

Northwest Minnesota Arts Council accepting nominations for “Of the Year Award” 

Applications are open for nominations for the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council Of the Year Awards. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about these awards.  Hanel says that the “Of the Year Awards” will be announced at the NWMAC Exhibit on April 21, which is also looking for entry exhibits.  For more information on…
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January 17, 2024 0

Northwest Minnesota Arts Council accepting grant applications 

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council is now accepting applications for their project grants available to nonprofits across Northwest Minnesota. NWMAC Director Mara Hanel has the details.  The Application deadline is February 29, and Hanel says that a free grant writing workshop will be held for those in need of assistance.  For more information on the…
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January 16, 2024 0