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Jul 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
South Dakota Arts Council Meeting
The council reviewed the financial overview for the fiscal year and discussed the formation of a nominating committee for selecting officers. Additional agenda items included an exploration of potential small-scale sponsorship or granting programs, considerations regarding funding eligibility for individuals pursuing academic credit, and an update on the implementation of the new Visiting Artist Program, including its application and reimbursement processes.
May 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
South Dakota Arts Council Meeting Minutes
The board reviewed financial reports, noting over $2.3 million in combined program support. Significant business included approving a structural redesign of grant programs, which involved consolidating and renaming programs, establishing new application deadlines, revising payment procedures, and adjusting travel reimbursement guidelines. Additionally, the board reviewed and approved the FY2027 grants, initiatives, and special projects budget following a summary of the grant panel review process.
May 14, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
South Dakota Arts Council Minutes
The meeting included discussions and actions on several key areas. A presentation was given by 8 Bridges consultants regarding the planned evaluation and assessment of the Touring Arts and Artists in Schools & Communities programs. The council approved a 4-tiered system for applicants in the operational support category and adjustments for the Arts Challenge grant program. Proposed changes to the project grants program were also approved. Panel recommendations for FY26 grants were presented, covering Artist Career Development grants, Fellowships and Artist Collaboration grants, Project Grants, and Traditional Arts Apprenticeship. The full FY26 proposed budget, including all grants, initiatives, and special projects, was approved, contingent upon NEA funding approval. Updates were provided on the automated grant payment policy, Poetry Out Loud, the Congressional Art Competition, the Traditional Arts Program, NASAA, NEA, Arts Midwest, and Arts South Dakota.
Jan 1, 2024·StrategicPlan
Board
South Dakota Arts Council Strategic Plan 2024-2029
The South Dakota Arts Council's 2024-2029 Strategic Plan is focused on adapting to the changing arts and culture sector by realigning grant programs to address rural challenges and meet the agency's vision. Key areas of focus include investing in communities by bolstering arts, culture, natural resources, and business opportunities, investing in artists through funding, skill building, and networking, and investing in arts education to build knowledge and participation across all life stages. The plan aims to provide broad access to the arts, support a knowledgeable field of artists and educators, and promote diversity of thought and expression.
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