PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Aroostook Creative Network is pleased to announce the second round of micro-grants for individual artists who live and work in Aroostook County, Maine.

Artists may apply for micro-grants up to $1,000 maximum. Applications open March 20, 2024.

Artists may request micro-grant funding to help create new or existing work, enhance their artistic skills or abilities, participate in opportunities that will benefit their career, and improve their ability to share their art with the public.

In 2023, the Maine Arts Commission and Wintergreen Arts Center partnered to launch the Aroostook Creative Network Micro-Grant Program. Twenty-nine artists received funding during the first grant cycle. Applications were reviewed by a panel of community-based artists and arts/cultural advocates from southern, central, and northern Aroostook County.

“We are excited about these grant opportunities for artists in Aroostook County,” said Sheila Jans of Madawaska, regional development director for the Maine Arts Commission. “Last year’s micro-grant program was such a success in engaging and supporting local artists. We want it to continue to be a catalyst for artists of all disciples to come together as a vibrant creative network.”

The micro-grant program is administered by Wintergreen Arts Center. More information about the program and how to apply is found on their website, wintergreenarts.org, or by calling (207) 462-1313. This grant program has limited funds. Applicants must be 18 years or older. The application deadline is May 31, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.

Funding for the Aroostook Creative Network Micro-Grant Program is made possible from the Maine Arts Commission, an independent state agency supported by the National Endowment for the Arts

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