Mankato, MN -- Community grant applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m., Friday, February 9. Grant applications include the following categories and their respective goal: 

- Community performing arts and music--enhance public performances in various genres of music and performing arts.

- Community beautification and public art--to beautify and improve community and public spaces.

- Community social services--provide social services that enhance quality of life and independence of service to recipients/clients. 

A total of $15,000 is available in the Community Grant Fund. Funding levels: 

- Individual artist (eligible for no more than $2,500). 

- Organizations with prior year operating income of less than $50,000 (eligible for no more than $2,500).

- Organizations with prior year operating income of $50,000 or more (eligible for no more than $5,000).

- View eligibility requirements, dates and other helpful information.

For more information contact staff at 507-387-8690.