@SpringboardArts

Artist-led organization dedicated to artists making a living & life.

 Fergus Falls & St. Paul, MN
springboardforthearts.org
Joined February 2009
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We are an artist-centered community and economic development organization. Our mission is to support artists with the tools to make a living and a life, and to build just and equitable communities full of meaning, joy, and connection. Find us at springboardforthearts.org
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CultureSource@CultureSource8 Aug 2024
In partnership with @SpringboardArts, we're launching a new grant opportunity for artists to fund projects that build understanding, interaction, compassion, joy, and solidarity between rural and urban communities. Nominate an artist for an award today! buff.ly/3A1s80i
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Today, we are releasing new data on @CambMA’s RISE Guaranteed Income Program for single caregivers, championed by then-Mayor @cllrsiddiqui. The findings confirm that #GuaranteedIncome works for parents and children.
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What we’re watching today: this @PioneerPBS Postcards episode with Rural Regenerator Fellow Wicanhpi Iyotan Win (Autumn Cavender) talking about their stunning art installation created in honor of Yanktonai Dakota artist Oscar Howe. facebook.com/share/r/Xr7Shp7…
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We’re putting the finishing touches on our cozy apartment in downtown Fergus Falls, MN! Are you an artist interested in learning from and collaborating with the local arts community in Fergus Falls? Apply for the Falls Community Arts Exchange by March 21! springboardforthearts.org/fa…
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"We have the power to change this, and we should." 💛 #Creativeworkiswork @laurazabel @StarTribune startribune.com/minneapolis-…

Minneapolis Park Board must stop exploiting artists

Not paying for performances is unethical. The city should set a better example.

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Nat'l Endow f/t Arts@NEAarts29 Jan 2024
Join @SecondGentleman, @NEAarts Chair Maria Rosario Jackson & many more on Tues, Jan 30 for a NEA/WhiteHouse summit on how the arts & humanities can help our communities heal, bridge & thrive! Sign up to be a virtual attendee: bit.ly/3vJGJeV#HealBridgeThr…
Healing, Bridging, Thriving A Summit on Arts and Culture in our Commuities. January 30, 2024 with White House and NEA Logos

ALT Healing, Bridging, Thriving A Summit on Arts and Culture in our Commuities. January 30, 2024 with White House and NEA Logos

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The first Springboard on Ice is Saturday, January 20 from 1 - 4 p.m. The @cityofsaintpaul's Cultural STAR program is a proud supporter of this FREE all-ages event. Free skates are available or bring your own! See all the details: springboardforthearts.org/sp…
Springboard for the Arts@SpringboardArts11 Jan 2024
Springboard’s mini ice rink opens in just over a week! ❄️ Join us on Saturday, January 20, for free drop-in skating lessons and a live performance from @movingbrownbody and free hot refreshments from Flava Café! springboardforthearts.org/sp…
Blue, yellow, and white graphic with text that reads, “Springboard on Ice! A mini ice rink at Springboard for the Arts in St. Paul. Saturday, January 20, 1:00-4:00pm. Performance and free drop-in skating lessons with Brownbody. Free hot refreshments from Flava Café.” Photo of two hands holding a hot latte. Photo of an ice skater from the organization Brownbody holding hands with a child to help them ice skate.

ALT Blue, yellow, and white graphic with text that reads, “Springboard on Ice! A mini ice rink at Springboard for the Arts in St. Paul. Saturday, January 20, 1:00-4:00pm. Performance and free drop-in skating lessons with Brownbody. Free hot refreshments from Flava Café.” Photo of two hands holding a hot latte. Photo of an ice skater from the organization Brownbody holding hands with a child to help them ice skate.

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Springboard’s mini ice rink opens in just over a week! ❄️ Join us on Saturday, January 20, for free drop-in skating lessons and a live performance from @movingbrownbody and free hot refreshments from Flava Café! springboardforthearts.org/sp…
Blue, yellow, and white graphic with text that reads, “Springboard on Ice! A mini ice rink at Springboard for the Arts in St. Paul. Saturday, January 20, 1:00-4:00pm. Performance and free drop-in skating lessons with Brownbody. Free hot refreshments from Flava Café.” Photo of two hands holding a hot latte. Photo of an ice skater from the organization Brownbody holding hands with a child to help them ice skate.

ALT Blue, yellow, and white graphic with text that reads, “Springboard on Ice! A mini ice rink at Springboard for the Arts in St. Paul. Saturday, January 20, 1:00-4:00pm. Performance and free drop-in skating lessons with Brownbody. Free hot refreshments from Flava Café.” Photo of two hands holding a hot latte. Photo of an ice skater from the organization Brownbody holding hands with a child to help them ice skate.

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City of Saint Paul
@cityofsaintpaul10 Jan 2024
History in the making as we celebrate the inauguration of our first all-women City Council 🎉 Thank you to everyone who made yesterday's ceremony possible and congratulations to our incoming councilmembers!
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Nat'l Endow f/t Arts@NEAarts10 Jan 2024
"The past year has been one of new, exciting, and impactful activities for the agency, and for arts in the country in general.” A message from @NEAarts Chair Maria Rosario Jackson for the new year! bit.ly/41QY1m2 #Welcome2024
Maria Rosario Jackson, a middle aged Afro Latina woman with curly hair

ALT Maria Rosario Jackson, a middle aged Afro Latina woman with curly hair

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This week at Springboard! 📆 View all upcoming events: springboardforthearts.org/ev…
A list of upcoming workshops and events offered by Springboard for the Arts from January 8 through 10, 2024. Information about all upcoming events can be found on our website, www.springboardforthearts.org/events.

ALT A list of upcoming workshops and events offered by Springboard for the Arts from January 8 through 10, 2024. Information about all upcoming events can be found on our website, www.springboardforthearts.org/events.

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⛸️ Join us on our outdoor mini-ice rink this winter and enjoy artist-led activities! All events are free, family-friendly and open to the public. Plan your visit: springboardforthearts.org/sp…
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Do you operate a creative small business in Minnesota? You may be eligible for the Growth Fund, a program from Springboard for the Arts that supports MN artists and creative business owners with $2,500 to help sustain or scale their business! Learn more: springboardforthearts.org/gr…
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📝 We’re kicking off a new “Work of Art” series! This 12-part series of free, virtual workshops teaches business skills to artists in all disciplines. Take the whole series or sign up for individual workshops that best suit your needs: springboardforthearts.org/ev…
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Start your year off with these free offerings for artists! 🎉 springboardforthearts.org/ev…
A list of upcoming workshops and events offered by Springboard for the Arts from January 5 through 10, 2024. Information about all upcoming events can be found on our website, www.springboardforthearts.org/events

ALT A list of upcoming workshops and events offered by Springboard for the Arts from January 5 through 10, 2024. Information about all upcoming events can be found on our website, www.springboardforthearts.org/events

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In June 2023, we held the Rural Futures Summit in Fergus Falls, bringing together 110 rural artists, culture bearers, and creative workers for three days of connection, conversation, and exchange. 🌱 Read more in Springboard’s Annual Report: springboardfy23annualreport.…
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🪡 Join artist Kandace Creel Falcón for a "Stitch-in" at Springboard for the Arts in Fergus Falls! Learn about Kandace’s work, and if you'd like, bring a sewing, mending or knitting project of your own to work on in a supportive and casual environment! springboardforthearts.org/ev…
Graphic with a blue background promoting a “Stitch-in” with Kandace Creel Falcón (they/them) on Thursday, January 18, 3:00-5:00pm in-person at Springboard for the Arts in Fergus Falls.

ALT Graphic with a blue background promoting a “Stitch-in” with Kandace Creel Falcón (they/them) on Thursday, January 18, 3:00-5:00pm in-person at Springboard for the Arts in Fergus Falls.

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⛸️ It's almost time for Springboard on Ice! Our mini ice rink outside Springboard for the Arts will host free ice skating lessons and performances from @movingbrownbody and free refreshments from Flava Café! View all upcoming events: springboardforthearts.org/sp…
Graphic promoting Springboard on Ice! A mini ice rink at Springboard for the Arts in St. Paul. Photo of children and adults skating on an ice rink outside Springboard for the Arts. Text reads, “Performances and free skating lessons from Brownbody, free refreshments from Flava Cafe. January 20, 1:00-4:00pm. January 27, 1:00-4:00pm and 5:00-7:00pm film screening and discussion with Brownbody. February 4, 1:00-4:00pm. All events free and open to the public.” More information at www.springboardforthearts.org/springboard-on-ice

ALT Graphic promoting Springboard on Ice! A mini ice rink at Springboard for the Arts in St. Paul. Photo of children and adults skating on an ice rink outside Springboard for the Arts. Text reads, “Performances and free skating lessons from Brownbody, free refreshments from Flava Cafe. January 20, 1:00-4:00pm. January 27, 1:00-4:00pm and 5:00-7:00pm film screening and discussion with Brownbody. February 4, 1:00-4:00pm. All events free and open to the public.” More information at www.springboardforthearts.org/springboard-on-ice

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Thanks to support from our community members, Springboard for the Arts has developed and expanded core offerings for artists of all kinds. Our goal is to grow our community of supporters by 300 by December 31. Can you make a gift to help artists thrive? springboardforthearts.org/ab…
Illustrations of Springboard for the Arts’ St. Paul and Fergus Falls buildings, surrounded by grass, the sun, and clouds. An airplane flies over the Springboard for the Arts logo towing a banner that reads “helping artists make a living and a life since 1991.” Colorful text reads, “Help us reach our goal: donate by December 31.”

ALT Illustrations of Springboard for the Arts’ St. Paul and Fergus Falls buildings, surrounded by grass, the sun, and clouds. An airplane flies over the Springboard for the Arts logo towing a banner that reads “helping artists make a living and a life since 1991.” Colorful text reads, “Help us reach our goal: donate by December 31.”

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