The Minnesota State Arts Board seeks passionate individuals to serve as grant panelists, helping evaluate applications and ensure public funds support impactful arts projects. No professional arts experience is required-just a strong interest in the arts and a commitment to thoughtful review.
Which Program is Right for You?
Project Grant Panelists ($300 stipend)
- Arts Education (April-June) - Supporting arts learning experiences for all ages.
- Accessible Arts (July-September) - Expanding access to the arts for people with disabilities.
- Creative Individuals (July-September) - Supporting artists and culture bearers.
- Arts Experiences (August-November) - Funding meaningful arts events and programs.
- Cultural Expression (September-November) - Celebrating cultural identity through the arts.
Responsibilities:
- Serve a 3 to 4-week term.
- Review and score 25-30 applications online.
- Attend a live virtual training.
- Participate in a full-day virtual panel meeting to discuss applications.
Who Can Apply?
Panelists must:
·Be a Minnesota resident.
·Have internet access, a computer, and intermediate computer skills.
·Have a background in at least one art form, artistic tradition, arts administration or experience with a nonprofit or government organization serving the public.
·Commit to completing all aspects of the grant application review.
·Participate in a virtual public review meeting.
You can learn more at our website: https://www.arts.state.mn.us/volunteer/panelists.htm
