MCA is responsible for securing over $50 million in art funding through the State of Minnesota each year

Help Shape the Future of Arts Advocacy in Minnesota

Minnesota Citizens for the Arts (MCA) is seeking passionate and committed leaders to serve on our Board of Directors.

As Minnesota’s only statewide arts advocacy organization, MCA works every day to protect and expand public funding for the arts. Our Board of Directors plays a vital role in guiding this work and representing arts organizations, artists, and communities across our state.

Why serve?

• Help shape the future of arts advocacy and public investment in Minnesota.
• Be a part of this great effort to protect and defend over $50 Million in art funding through the State of Minnesota, which fuels the MN State Arts Board and Regional Arts Council Grants.
• Represent your region and ensure the arts remain strong everywhere in Minnesota.
• Build connections with leaders in the arts, government, and community.
• Contribute your expertise to advance equity, creativity, and access to the arts.

Who should apply?

We welcome applications from arts leaders, community advocates, business professionals, artists, and anyone passionate about ensuring Minnesota remains a national leader in public investment in the arts.

MCA is committed to building a diverse and inclusive Board that reflects the people, communities, and rich cultural landscape of our state.

APPLY FOR MCA"S BOARD TODAY!

Federal Update

On August 8, the U.S. Senate passed a Continuing Resolution (CR) that would extend federal funding through December 11, 2026, maintaining FY2026 funding levels while Congress continues negotiations on FY2027 appropriations. For the arts and culture sector, this provides temporary stability for agencies including the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The legislation also temporarily prevents the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) from implementing proposed changes to federal Uniform Guidance, which could significantly affect how federal grants are awarded and administered. This pause is a positive development for nonprofit arts and cultural organizations that rely on fair and consistent federal grantmaking.

The work isn’t finished. The House and Senate must still reconcile their different CR proposals before legislation can be sent to the President, with the current fiscal year ending September 30. Congress is also continuing work on the individual FY2027 appropriations bills that will ultimately determine full-year funding for the NEA, NEH, IMLS, and other federal programs supporting the arts and culture. During the August recess, advocates have an important opportunity to contact their members of Congress, invite them to visit local arts and cultural organizations or attend an arts event, and urge them to support strong FY2027 funding for federal arts and culture programs.

Contact Your Member of Congress Today!