SF2616

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to allocate resources from the Minnesota state budget to support artistic and cultural development activities.

Main Provisions

• Appropriation: The bill proposes to allocate $200,000 for the fiscal year 2026 from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
• Beneficiary: This funding is designated to the Board of Directors of the Minnesota Humanities Center to be granted to a nonprofit organization named 30000 Feet.
• Objective: The grant aims to support youth and community artists in enhancing their artistic talents and to facilitate the creation of community art and performances. Additionally, it endeavors to promote and share African American history and culture through artistic expressions.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This bill represents a new allocation of funds specifically aimed at fostering artistic and cultural activities associated with African American history and community engagement. There are no alterations to existing law but rather the introduction of a new financial support initiative.

Relevant Terms

arts and cultural heritage fund, appropriation, grant, nonprofit organization, 30000 Feet, community art, artistic performances, African American history, Minnesota Humanities Center.