Join MCA’s Board of Directors

Time is running out—applications to serve on the Minnesota Citizens for the Arts (MCA) Board of Directors close Thursday, September 25th!

This is your opportunity to step into statewide leadership and ensure Minnesota remains a national leader in public arts investment.

Why serve?

• Defend and Grow Arts Funding: Help shape statewide strategy that protects millions in public arts dollars.

• Represent Your Region: Make sure the voices of your community and local arts organizations are heard at the Capitol.

• Build Powerful Connections: Work alongside leaders in arts, government, and community.

• Advance Equity and Creativity: Use your expertise to expand access and opportunity across Minnesota.

Who should apply?

We’re seeking artists, arts leaders, community advocates, business professionals, and anyone who cares deeply about keeping the arts strong in Minnesota. MCA is committed to building a diverse and inclusive Board that reflects the richness of our state.

Deadline: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th

APPLY FOR MCA's Board

The 2025 Creative MN Study is Here!

At Arts Advocacy Day, we gave you a sneak peek at the numbers. Now, the full 2025 Creative MN Study has arrived—your definitive look at the powerful role arts and culture play in Minnesota’s economy and community life.

This comprehensive report shows how the arts:

• Drive jobs and local spending in every corner of the state
• Strengthen community identity and pride
• Deliver real returns on public investment

And we’re not stopping there. This fall, MCA will hit the road with a statewide tour to share these findings with local leaders, organizations, and advocates. Each stop will spotlight a new 2025 regional study, bringing the story home to your community.

Tour details coming soon—watch for updates!

READ THE FULL 2025 CREATIVE MN STUDY!

FEDERAL UPDATE (September 2025)

As Congress returns from the August recess, both the House and Senate are expected to move their FY’26 Interior Appropriations bills to the floor. These bills include funding for the NEA, NEH, and other cultural agencies, but harmful amendments to cut or even eliminate arts funding are likely. Now is the time to act. Even though MCA will continue sending urgent advocacy alerts, don’t wait—contact your members of Congress today and tell them to vote NO on any cuts that threaten federal arts and culture funding. Your voice is the power that protects the arts.

With the federal fiscal year ending September 30, lawmakers face a tight deadline to finalize appropriations—or pass a Continuing Resolution (CR) to avoid a government shutdown. This year, the risk is especially high due to partisan divides and disputes over rescissions and impoundments. For the arts, the stakes couldn’t be clearer: reduced stability, fewer grants, and weakened support for organizations nationwide. Federal funding for the arts reaches every state, strengthening schools, communities, and local economies—cuts would be felt everywhere.

CONTACT YOUR MEMBER OF CONGRESS