The Arts Partnership
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The Arts Partnership is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Minnesota, having disbursed a total of $5.4 million in grants in 2023 to just four grantees. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Arts Partnership can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE ARTS PARTNERSHIP IS A STRATEGIC ALLIANCE OF FOUR PERFORMING ARTS ORGANIZATIONS THAT ENSURES EQUITABLE SHARING AND EFFECTIVE CARE OF THE ORDWAY CENTER AS A VITAL CULTURAL ASSET IN THE TWIN CITIES.
Cause Areas
4
Education
Performing arts
Opera
Arts and culture
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ORDWAY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
$20M
63%
The Minnesota Opera
$6.6M
21%
The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra Society
$4.4M
14%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$166.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$177.6K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Arts Partnership?
No. The Arts Partnership does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Arts Partnership give?
The Arts Partnership primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are The Arts Partnership’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Arts Partnership fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $167 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Arts Partnership make each year?
In 2023, The Arts Partnership awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $5.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Arts Partnership fund recently?
In 2024, The Arts Partnership awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include ORDWAY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, The Minnesota Opera, and The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra Society. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Arts Partnership?
The Arts Partnership does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.