The Region 2 Arts Council (R2AC) aims to enhance the presence and purpose of the arts by supporting arts creation, promotion, and education in North Central Minnesota, covering Beltrami, Clearwater, Hubbard, Lake of the Woods, and Mahnomen counties. As part of a statewide system of regional arts councils, R2AC works in partnership with the Minnesota State Arts Board to ensure access to the arts for all residents in Minnesota by assessing arts needs and funding arts programs regionally.
The Season/Series Arts Support Grant aims to simplify the application process for arts organizations and other nonprofits engaged in significant arts activities by consolidating funding requests into a single application. This approach intends to reduce the time and effort spent on securing funds and administrative follow-ups. The grant supports multiple arts activities or programs, benefiting Minnesota's residents in specific counties. It encourages proposals that involve public art, festivals, guest artist engagements, educational and training events, and culturally diverse representations. Additionally, it prioritizes initiatives that increase arts accessibility, enhance arts education, and promote cultural diversity and unity.