Impact Report: The Art of Rural-Urban Solidarity

Meet our latest impact report on why rural-urban communities need each other, what solidarity looks like in action, and how artists are central to repairing divides. 

September 26, 2025
By Springboard for the Arts

Artists Emergency Relief Fund Network Launches with 5 Pilots in Minnesota

New Emergency Relief Funds for Artists will be available through 5 Regional Arts Councils

September 20, 2025
By Springboard for the Arts

New Artist-Led Mobile Activities for Hire in West Central Minnesota!

Ready Go Art brings artist-led experiences for all ages to Otter Tail County

September 9, 2025
By Springboard for the Arts

MPR News: The Rural Futures Summit

“We started this program because rural artists are doing really critical work in their communities, and it can be a really isolating role to have,” says Michele Anderson, the rural director for Springboard.

June 25, 2025
By MPR News

Powering Our Shared Prosperity: Rural Futures Summit 2024

A reflection on the 2024 Rural Futures Summit, which brought together over 100+ creative leaders from across the rural Upper Midwest involved in a diverse range of artistic practices, community organizing, and leadership.

July 8, 2024
By Springboard for the Arts

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