Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund - Past Grantees
The Department of Administration manages Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund (ACHF) grants each fiscal year as directed by applicable Minnesota laws.
Information from past fiscal years can be found on this page. Select a fiscal year range below to see complete grants information.
For other information, contact our Office of Grants Management Team. To learn more about the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund, visit www.legacy.leg.mn.
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Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations
(AMPERS)
$1,968,500 the first year and $1,968,500 the second year are to the Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations for production and acquisition grants in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 129D.19.
Funds were allocated to each member station based on Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations' recommendations.
MEMBER STATION FY 2024 AMOUNT FY 2025 AMOUNT AMPERS $898,500 $943,007.81 KAXE-FM Grand Rapids, MN $117,000 $114,765.63 KBEM-FM Minneapolis, MN $117,000 $114,765.63 KBXE-FM Bemidji, MN $120,000 $114,765.63 KMSU-FM Mankato, MN $100,000 $101,562.50 KQAL-FM Winona, MN $81,000 $106,640.63 KSRQ-FM Thief River Falls, MN $117,000 $114,765.63 WDSE-FM Duluth, MN $69,500 $44,179.69 KUOM-AM Minneapolis, MN $117,000 $114,765.63 KVSC-FM St. Cloud, MN $117,000 $114,765.63 WTIP-FM Grand Marais, MN $117,000 $114,765.63
Public Television$4,800,000 the first year and $4,320,000 the second year are to the Minnesota Public Television Association for production and acquisition grants according to Minnesota Statutes, section 129D.18. Of the amount in the first year, $960,000 is for producing Minnesota military and veterans' history stories and unique immigrant stories from around the state.
MEMBER STATION FY 2024 AMOUNT FY 2025 AMOUNT KAWE - Lakeland Public Television 362,697.54 $411,476.22 KFME - Prairie Public Television $292,697.15 $327,234.31 KSMQ - Austin, MN $332,563.39 $375,211.25 KTCA/TPT-Twin Cities Public Television $2,116,740.78 $2,438,703.75 KWCM - Pioneer Public Television $357,313.57 $404,997.05 WDSE - Duluth, MN $377,987.58 $429,877.41
Minnesota Military and Veterans' History Stories and Unique Immigrant Stories FY 2024 AMOUNT KAWE - Lakeland Public Television $160,000 KFME - Prairie Public Television $160,000 KSMQ - Austin, MN $160,000 KTCA/TPT-Twin Cities Public Television $160,000 KWCM - Pioneer Public Television $160,000 WDSE - Duluth, MN $160,000 Minnesota Public Radio
$1,968,000 the first year and $1,998,750 the second year is for Minnesota Public Radio to create programming and expand news service on Minnesota's cultural heritage and history.
Wilderness Inquiry
$480,000 the first year and $585,000 the second year are to Wilderness Inquiry to preserve Minnesota's outdoor history, culture, and heritage by connecting Minnesota youth and families to natural resources.
Como Park Zoo
$1,656,000 and $1,681,875 the second year is to the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory for program development that features educational programs and habitat enhancement, special exhibits, music appreciation programs, and historical garden access and preservation.
Science Museum of Minnesota
$792,000 the first year and $804,375 the second year is to the Science Museum of Minnesota for arts, arts education, and arts access and to preserve Minnesota's history and cultural heritage, including student and teacher outreach, statewide educational initiatives, and community-based exhibits that preserve Minnesota's history and cultural heritage.
Appetite for Change
$192,000 the first year is to the nonprofit Appetite for Change for the Community Cooks programming, which will preserve the cultural heritage of growing and cooking food in Minnesota.
Lake Superior Zoo
$144,000 the first year and $146,250 the second year is to the Lake Superior Zoo to develop educational exhibits and programs..
Great Lakes Aquarium
$240,000 the first year and $243,750 the second year is to the Lake Superior Center Authority to prepare, fabricate, and install a hands-on exhibit with interactive learning components to educate Minnesotans on the history of the natural landscape of the state.
State Band
$24,000 the first year and $24,375 the second year are to the Minnesota state band to provide free concerts throughout the state.
Veterans Memorial Park in Wyoming
$96,000 the first year is for a grant to the city of Wyoming to build the Veterans Memorial Plaza and related interpretive walk in Railroad Park.
Great Northern Festival
$72,000 the first year and $73,125 the second year are for a grant to support the Great Northern Festival, which connects attendees to parks, outdoor spaces, and cultural venues through a festival.
Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities
$50,000 the first year is to the Minnesota Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities to continue to preserve and raise awareness of the history of Minnesotans with developmental disabilities.
Minnesota Council on Disability
$125,000 the first year and $125,000 the second year are to the Minnesota Council on Disability to provide educational opportunities in the arts, history, and cultural heritage of Minnesotans with disabilities in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the Minnesota Council on Disability. This appropriation is available until June 30, 2027.
Keller Regional Park
$480,000 the first year is for a grant to Ramsey County to preserve Minnesota's cultural heritage by enhancing the tuj lub courts at Keller Regional Park.
Vietnam War Anniversary
$250,000 the first year is for a grant to the commissioner of veterans affairs to prepare and host a commemoration program for the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War.
St. Paul Cultural Art Installation
$480,000 the first year is for a grant to the city of St. Paul for an art installation celebrating Olympic gold medalist Suni Lee.
One Heartland Center
$48,000 the first year and $48,750 the second year is for a grant to One Heartland Center for programming and outdoor activities for families and youth in Minnesota.
Forest Lake Veterans Memorial
$96,000 the first year is for a grant to the Forest Lake Veterans Memorial Committee to construct a memorial to veterans of the United States armed forces at Lakeside Memorial Park in the city of Forest Lake. This appropriation is available until June 30, 2027.
Hmong Plaza
$432,000 the first year is for a grant to the city of St. Paul to construct the Hmong Plaza at Phalen Lake.
Camille Gage Artist Fellowship
$52,800 the first year and $53,625 the second year are for a grant to YWCA Minneapolis to fund an annual fellowship to be known as the Camille J. Gage Artist Fellowship. Of this amount, up to $5,000 each year may be used for administrative expenses. YWCA Minneapolis must select a person for the Camille J. Gage Artist Fellowship after an application process that allows both applications by interested persons and nominations of persons by third parties. By October 1, 2026, YWCA Minneapolis must report to the chairs and ranking minority members of the legislative committees and divisions with jurisdiction over legacy on the use of money appropriated under this paragraph and on the activities of the person selected for the Camille J. Gage Artist Fellowship under this paragraph. This appropriation is available until June 30, 2026.
Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery
$225,600 the first year and $121,875 the second year are for arts and cultural heritage programming celebrating African American and Black communities in Minnesota. Of the amount in the first year, $110,000 is for C. Caldwell Fine Arts for an outdoor mural project in North Minneapolis to work with young people to develop skills while using art as the impetus.
Tibetan American Foundation of Minnesota
$24,000 the first year and $24,375 the second year are for a grant to the Tibetan American Foundation of Minnesota to celebrate and teach the art, culture, and heritage of Tibetan Americans in Minnesota.
Hong De Wu Guan
$24,000 the first year is for a grant to Hong De Wu Guan to create cultural arts projects like Lion Dance for after-school programs for youth.
Sepak Takraw of USA
$48,000 the first year is for a grant to the Sepak Takraw of USA to work with youth and after-school programs in the community to teach the cultural games of tuj lub and sepak takraw. This appropriation may not be used to hold events.
30,000 Feet
$72,000 the first year and $73,125 the second year are for a grant to 30,000 Feet, a nonprofit organization, to help youth and community artists further develop their artistic skills, to create community art and artistic performances, and to promote and share African American history and culture through the arts.
Siengkane Lao Minnesota
$48,000 the first year and $48,750 the second year are for a grant to Siengkane Lao MN to create cultural arts projects and to preserve traditional performances.
Hmong Cultural Center
$144,000 the first year and $146,250 the second year are for a grant to the Hmong Cultural Center of Minnesota for museum-related programming and educational outreach activities to teach the public about the historical, cultural, and folk arts heritage of Hmong Minnesotans.
Comunidades Latinas Unidas En Servicio
$240,000 the first year and $243,750 the second year are for a grant to Comunidades Latinas Unidas En Servicio (CLUES) to expand arts programming to celebrate Latino cultural heritage; support local artists; and provide professional development, networking, and presentation opportunities.
Hmong RPA Writing System
$288,000 the first year and $292,500 the second year are for grants to recipients who have demonstrated knowledge and interest in preserving Hmong culture to preserve Hmong Minnesotans' heritage, history, language, and culture. Grants must be used in conjunction with Minnesota universities to improve and develop a unified and standardized Latin alphabet form of the Hmong RPA writing system. No portion of this appropriation may be used to encourage religious membership or to conduct personal ceremonies or events.
Somali Museum of Minnesota
$120,000 the first year and $121,875 the second year are for a grant to the Somali Museum of Minnesota for heritage arts and cultural vitality programs to provide classes, exhibits, presentations, and outreach about the Somali community and heritage in Minnesota.
Minnesota Museum of American Art
$192,000 the first year and $195,000 the second year are for a grant to the Minnesota Museum of American Art for exhibit programming and for a Native American Fellowship at the museum.
Fanka Programs
$240,000 the first year and $243,750 the second year are for a grant to Ka Joog statewide Somali-based collaborative programs for arts and cultural heritage. The funding must be used for Fanka programs to provide arts education and workshops, mentor programs, and community presentations and community engagement events throughout Minnesota.
The Bakken Museum
$144,000.00 the first year is for a grant to The Bakken Museum for interactive exhibits and outreach programs on arts and cultural heritage.
4-H Shooting Sports
$48,000.00 the first year is to the University of Minnesota Extension Office to provide grants to Minnesota 4-H chapters that have members participating in state and national 4-H-sanctioned shooting sports events. Eligible costs for grant money include shooting sports equipment and supplies and event fees associated with participating in state shooting sports events.
Berger Fountain Renovation
$195,000 the second year is for a grant to the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board to restore Berger Fountain at Loring Park and for improvements to the surrounding plaza.
Capri Theater
$243,750 the second year is for a grant to Capri Theater to enrich and expand youth and adult arts programming and effective arts and educational offerings for youth, families, and emerging and accomplished artists.
Veterans Memorial and Commemorations
$146,250 the second year is for a competitive grant program to award grants for groups celebrating, recognizing, and honoring the sacrifices of those who served in the military, including memorials, commemorations, facilities, and park features.
Of this amount, $29,250 is for a grant to the VFW Post 5252 in Pelican Rapids for the relocation of their Honor Wall, and $14,625 is for a grant to Clitherall Township for the Clitherall Township Veterans Memorial in Battle Lake for improvements to the grounds.Indigenous Roots Cultural Arts Center and Cypher Side
$170,625 the second year is for a grant to Indigenous Roots Cultural Arts Center to partner with Cypher Side to provide dance and other arts programming.
Hrvatski Dom Croatian Hall
$190,125 the second year is for a grant to the Hrvatski Dom Croatian Hall in South St. Paul for restoring and operating the hall for community gatherings and to preserve the history and cultural heritage of Croatian immigrants in Minnesota.
Justus Ramsey Stone House
$292,500 the second year is for a grant to the Minnesota Transportation Museum for costs related to preserving Minnesota's historic Justus Ramsey Stone House and relocating it to the Jackson Street Roundhouse property owned and operated by the Minnesota Transportation Museum.
Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum
$268,125 the second year is for a grant to the Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum at Camp Ripley for the restoration, relocation, and interpretation of the USS Ward Number Three Gun and World War II display. This funding may also be used for site reclamation and improvements at the location of the removed work. Award of this grant is contingent on compliance and approvals in Minnesota Rules, part 2400.2703, subpart 7. This funding is available until June 30, 2027.
PROCEED
$97,500 the second year is for a grant to PROCEED, Inc., for arts, cultural, and environmental preservation work with youth.
Twin Cities Jazz Festival
$73,125 the second year is for arts and arts access at the Twin Cities Jazz Festival.
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Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations (AMPERS)
$1,891,500 the first year and $1,891,500 the second year are to the Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations for production and acquisition grants in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 129D.19.
- Veteran’s Voices: $194,000 the first year is for statewide programming to produce and distribute the Veterans' Voices program to educate and engage communities regarding Minnesota veterans' contributions, knowledge, skills, and experiences with an emphasis on the untold stories of veterans from diverse communities.
- Group Project: Of this amount, $618,500 the first year and $618,500 the second year will be allocated to AMPERS for a group project based on AMPERS recommendations.
- Additionally, $175,000 from Ampers FY20 and FY21 unspent Legacy grants were moved to the FY22 Ampers Group Project. This amount is in addition to the totals below.
Funds were allocated to each member station based on Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations' recommendations.
MEMBER STATION FY 2022 AMOUNT FY 2023 AMOUNT AMPERS $618,500 $862,000 AMPERS - Veteran's Voices $194,000 $0 KAXE-FM Grand Rapids, MN $120,000 $119,000 KBEM-FM Minneapolis, MN $120,000 $95,000 KBFT-FM Nett Lake, MN Group Project Group Project KBXE-FM Bemidji, MN $120,000 $119,000 KFAI-FM Minneapolis, MN Group Project Group Project KKWE-FM Callaway, MN Group Project Group Project KMOJ-FM Minneapolis, MN Group Project Group Project KMSU-FM Mankato, MN $40,500 $59,500 KOJB-FM Cass Lake, MN Group Project Group Project KRPR-FM Rochester, MN Group Project Group Project KQAL-FM Winona, MN $108,500 $95,000 KSRQ-FM Thief River Falls, MN $120,000 $119,000 WDSE-FM Duluth, MN $84,946.20 $95,000 KUMD-FM Minneapolis, MN $24,165.86 KUOM-AM Minneapolis, MN $120,000 $119,000 KVSC-FM St. Cloud, MN $120,000 $119,000 WGZS-FM Cloquet, MN Group Project Group Project WTIP-FM Grand Rapids $120,000 $90,000
Public Television$4,326,200 the first year and $4,326,200 the second year are to the Minnesota Public Television Association for production and acquisition grants according to Minnesota Statutes, section 129D.18.
MEMBER STATION FY 2022 AMOUNT FY 2023 AMOUNT KAWE - Lakeland Public Television $405,694.11 $405,694.11 KFME - Prairie Public Television $322,581.01 $322,581.01 KSMQ - Austin, MN $369,915.07 $369,915.07 KTCA/TPT-Twin Cities Public Television $2,404,859.30 $2,404,859.30 KWCM - Pioneer Public Television $399,301.77 $399,301.77 WDSE - Duluth, MN $423,848.73 $423,848.73 Minnesota Public Radio
$1,891,500 the first year and $1,891,500 the second year are for Minnesota Public Radio to create programming and expand news service on Minnesota's cultural heritage and history.
City of St. Paul/ Como Park Zoo
$1,455,000 the first year and $1,455,000 the second year are for a grant to the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory for program development that features education programs and habitat enhancement, special exhibits, music appreciation programs, and historical garden access and preservation.
Lake Superior Zoo
$72,750 the first year and $72,750 the second year are to the Lake Superior Zoo to develop educational exhibits and programs.
Science Museum of Minnesota
$679,000 the first year and $679,000 the second year are to the Science Museum of Minnesota for arts, arts education, and arts access and to preserve Minnesota's history and cultural heritage, including student and teacher outreach, statewide educational initiatives, and community-based exhibits that preserve Minnesota's history and cultural heritage.
Wilderness Inquiry:
$388,000 the first year and $388,000 the second year are to Wilderness Inquiry for the Canoemobile program, which provides students with an outdoor educational experience aligned with the Minnesota history graduation standards.
City of St. Paul, Phalen Park:
$388,000 the first year is to the city of St. Paul to design and develop the Chinese garden in Phalen Park in collaboration with local artists and members of the local Hmong community including cultural leaders who understand the traditional Hmong landscaping and building practices and a local artist that can help tell the Hmong experience. An individual or professional contracted to provide goods or services under this paragraph must be a resident of Minnesota. This appropriation is available until June 30, 2023.
Midwest Outdoors:
$24,250 the first year and $24,250 the second year are for a grant to Midwest Outdoors Unlimited to preserve Minnesota's outdoor history, culture, and heritage by connecting individuals and youth with disabilities to the state's natural resources.
Appetite for Change:
$72,750 each year is to the nonprofit Appetite for Change for the Community Cooks programming, which will preserve the cultural heritage of growing and cooking food.
The Tap
$14,550 the first year and $14,550 the second year are for a grant to The TAP in St. Paul to support mental health in disability communities through spoken art forms, community supports, and community engagement.
Kasson WPA Restoration:
$29,100 the first year is for a grant to the city of Kasson to restore the wall and pillars of the historical Works Progress Administration (WPA) project at Veterans Memorial Park.
Disabled Veterans Rest Camp:
$124,160 the first year is for a grant to the Disabled Veterans Rest Camp on Big Marine Lake in Washington County for landscape improvements around the new cabins, including a retaining wall around a water drainage holding pond and security fencing with vehicle control gates along the entrance road.
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The Department of Administration manages the following Fiscal year (FY) 2020-21 Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund grants per Minnesota Laws 2019, 1st Special Session, Chapter 2 Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 6. This appropriation states that the commissioner of administration may use a portion of the appropriation for costs that are directly related to and necessary to the administration of grants in the subdivision. The Department of Administration is claiming three percent each year to administer Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund grants in the FY20-21 biennium.
Minnesota Public Radio
$1,649,000 the first year and $1,721,750 the second year are for Minnesota Public Radio to create programming and expand news service on Minnesota's cultural heritage and history.
Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations (AMPERS)
$1,721,750 the first year and $1,649,000 the second year are to the Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations for production and acquisition grants in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 129D.19.
- Veteran's Voices: $72,750 the first year is for the Veterans' Voices program to educate and engage communities regarding veterans' contributions, knowledge, skills, and experiences with an emphasis on Korean War veterans.
- Pilot Program: Of this amount, $659,000 the first year and $714,000 the following year will be allocated to AMPERS for a pilot grant based on AMPERS recommendations. Additionally, $106,000 from AMPERS FY19 unspent production and acquisition grants were moved to the FY20 AMPERS Pilot Program. This amount is in addition to the referenced totals below.
Funds were allocated to each member station based on Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations' recommendations.
MEMBER STATION FY 2020 AMOUNT FY 2021 AMOUNT AMPERS $659,000 $714,000 AMPERS - Veteran's Voices $72,750 $0 KAXE-FM Grand Rapids, MN $90,000 $85,000 KBEM-FM Minneapolis, MN $90,000 $85,000 KBFT-FM Nett Lake, MN Pilot Program Pilot Program KBXE-FM Bemidji, MN $90,000 $85,000 KFAI-FM Minneapolis, MN Pilot Program Pilot Program KKWE-FM Callaway, MN Pilot Program Pilot Program KMOJ-FM Minneapolis, MN Pilot Program Pilot Program KMSU-FM Mankato, MN $90,000 $85,000 KOJB-FM Cass Lake, MN $90,000 $85,000 KRPR-FM Rochester, MN Pilot Program Pilot Program KQAL-FM Winona, MN $90,000 $85,000 KSRQ-FM Thief River Falls, MN $90,000 $85,000 KUMD-FM Duluth, MN $90,000 $85,000 KUOM-AM Minneapolis, MN $90,000 $85,000 KVSC-FM St. Cloud, MN $90,000 $85,000 WGZS-FM Cloquet, MN Pilot Program Pilot Program WTIP-FM Grand Rapids $90,000 $85,000 Total $1,721,750 $1,649,000
Public Television$4,748,150 the first year and $3,904,250 the second year are to the Minnesota Public Television Association for production and acquisition grants according to Minnesota Statutes, section 129D.18. Of this amount, $921,500 the first year is for a grant to Twin Cities Public Television to produce Minnesota Journeys: Capturing, Sharing, and Understanding Our Immigration History.
Funds were allocated to each member station based on Minnesota Public Television Association recommendations.
MEMBER STATION FY 2020 AMOUNT FY 2021 AMOUNT KAWE - Lakeland Public Television $361,516.94 $368,379.42 KFME - Prairie Public Television $291,876.60 $296,646.22 KSMQ - Austin, MN $331,537.79 $337,499.31 TPT - Twin Cities Public Television $2,108,829.67 $2,154,814.86 TPT - Twin Cities Public Television: Minnesota Journeys $921,500 $0 KWCM - Pioneer Public Television $356,160.67 $362,862.20 WDSE - Duluth, MN $376,728.33 $384,048 Total $4,748,150 $3,904,250 Wilderness Inquiry
$363,750 each year is to Wilderness Inquiry for the Canoemobile program, which provides students with an outdoor educational experience aligned with the Minnesota history graduation standards.
Como Park Zoo
$1,309,500 each year is for a grant to the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory for program development that features education programs and habitat enhancement, special exhibits, music appreciation programs, and historical garden access and preservation.
Science Museum of Minnesota
$630,500 each year is to the Science Museum of Minnesota for arts, arts education, and arts access and to preserve Minnesota's history and cultural heritage, including student and teacher outreach, statewide educational initiatives, and community-based exhibits that preserve Minnesota's history and cultural heritage.
City of Blue Earth: Green Giant Museum
$136,770 the first year is to the city of Blue Earth for exhibits and programming for the Green Giant Museum to preserve the culture and agricultural history of Minnesota.
Lake Superior Zoo
$72,750 each year is to the Lake Superior Zoo to develop educational exhibits and programs.
Phalen Park China Garden
$388,000 the first year is to the city of St. Paul to design and develop the Chinese garden in Phalen Park in collaboration with local artists and members of the local Hmong community including cultural leaders who understand the traditional Hmong landscaping and building practices and a local artist that can help tell the Hmong experience.
Martin County Veterans Memorial
$97,000 the first year is to Martin County to design and construct a memorial to those who have served in the military of the United States of America and those who have died in the line of duty.
Midwest Outdoors Unlimited
$24,250 each year is for a grant to Midwest Outdoors Unlimited to preserve Minnesota's outdoor history, culture, and heritage by connecting individuals and youth with disabilities to the state's natural resources.
Lake Superior Center: Great Lakes Aquarium
$72,750 each year is to the Lake Superior Center to prepare and construct an exhibit demonstrating the role of water in Minnesota's history and cultural heritage.
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The Department of Administration managed the following fiscal year (FY) 2018-19 Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund grants per Minnesota Laws, 2017, Chapter 91, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 6. This appropriation stated that the commissioner of administration may use a portion of the appropriation for costs that are directly related to and necessary to the administration of grants in the subdivision. The Department of Administration claimed two percent to administer Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund grants in fiscal year 2018 and three percent in fiscal year 2019.
Minnesota Public Radio
$1,470,000 the first year and $1,649,000 the second year are for Minnesota Public Radio to create programming and expand news service on Minnesota's cultural heritage and history.
Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations (AMPERS)
The amounts below represent the most recent, as of April of 2019, Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations (AMPERS) allocation recommendation for production and acquisition grants in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 129D.19.
*The FY2018 amount for AMPERS includes $77,482.03 carried over from FY2017 and represents work Ampers performed on behalf of KMOJ.
MEMBER STATION
FY 2018 AMOUNT
FY 2019 AMOUNT
AMPERS
$168,982.03*
$203,140
KAXE-FM Grand Rapids, MN
$91,500
$110,555
KBEM-FM Minneapolis, MN
$91,500
$110,555
KBFT-FM Nett Lake, MN
$91,500
$110,555
KBXE-FM Bemidji, MN
$91,500
$110,555
KFAI-FM Minneapolis, MN
$91,500
$110,555
KKWE-FM Callaway, MN
$91,500
$92,555
KMOJ-FM Minneapolis, MN
$-
$14,590
KMSU-FM Mankato, MN
$91,500
$110,555
KOJB-FM Cass Lake, MN
$91,500
$92,555
KQAL-FM Winona, MN
$91,500
$107,555
KSRQ-FM Thief River Falls, MN
$91,500
$110,555
KRPR-FM Rochester, MN
$-
$20,000
KUMD-FM Duluth, MN
$91,500
$110,555
KUOM-AM Minneapolis, MN
$91,500
$110,555
KVSC-FM St. Cloud, MN
$91,500
$110,555
WTIP-FM Grand Rapids, MN
$91,500
$110,555
Total
$1,449,982.03
$1,746,500
Public Television
$4,067,000 the first year and $3,783,000 the second year are to the Minnesota Public Television Association for production and acquisition grants according to Minnesota Statutes, section 129D.18.
Funds were allocated to each member station based on Minnesota Public Television Association recommendations.
MEMBER STATION FY 2018 AMOUNT FY 2019 AMOUNT KAWE - Lakeland Public Television $326,439.63 $357,420.98 KFME - Prairie Public Television $267,496.84 $288,615.36 KSMQ - Austin, MN $301,065.67 $327,801.17 TPT - Twin Cities Public Television $2,510,777.83 $2,084,583.57 KWCM - Pioneer Public Television $321,906.00 $352,128.91 WDSE - Duluth, MN $339,314.03 $372,450.02 Total $4,067,000.00 $3,783,000.00 Wilderness Inquiry
$245,000 the first year and $242,500 the second year is to Wilderness Inquiry to preserve Minnesota's outdoor history, culture, and heritage by connecting Minnesota youth to natural resources.
$1,323,000 the first year and $1,309,500 the second year for a grant to the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory for program development that features education programs and habitat enhancement, special exhibits, music appreciation programs, and historical garden access and preservation.
Como Park Zoo
$588,000 the first year and $582,000 the second year is for arts, arts education, and arts access and to preserve Minnesota's history and cultural heritage, including student and teacher outreach and expansion of the museum's American Indian initiatives programs.
Science Museum of Minnesota
$294,000 the first year is to the city of Blue Earth to predesign, design, construct, furnish, and equip the Green Giant Museum to preserve the culture and history of Minnesota.
City of Blue Earth
Lake Superior Zoo$73,500 the first year and $72,750 the second year is for development of educational exhibits using animals and the environment.
Minnesota State Band
$49,000 the first year is to the Minnesota State Band to promote and increase public performances across Minnesota.
Rice County
$29,400 the first year is to Rice County to complete the Rice County Veterans Memorial in Faribault.
Waseca County
$49,000 the first year is to Waseca County to complete the Waseca County Veterans Memorial.
City of St. Peter
$196,000 the first year is to the city of St. Peter to reconstruct the Minnesota Square Park pavilion in St. Peter.
Camp Legionville
$217,560 the first year is for a grant to Camp Legionville for programs for youth, veterans, and the public related to Minnesota's cultural, historical, and recreational activities.
Big Marine Lake Veterans Rest Camp
$272,440 the first year is for a grant to the Big Marine Lake Veterans Rest Camp to develop and build a welcome center that supports the mission, programs, and safety of the Veterans Rest Camp to provide Minnesota's cultural, historical, and recreational activities to veterans, their families, and their guests.
Midwest Outdoors Unlimited
$24,500 the first year and $24,250 the second year is for a grant to Midwest Outdoors Unlimited to preserve Minnesota's outdoor history, culture, and heritage by connecting individuals and youth with disabilities to natural resources.