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Frequently Asked Questions

What is United Arts Fund? Who does United Arts Fund serve? What are some of the benefits of Workplace Giving? How can I set up a Workplace Giving Campaign at my place of work? How is the money raised through United Arts Fund distributed? What is the grant allocation process for General Fund, Greater Minnesota School Arts Fund and School Arts Fund? Can I designate my United Arts Fund gift? Is there an administrative cost for designated gifts? Is my contribution tax-deductible?
What is United Arts Fund?
United Arts Fund raises money through workplace giving campaigns in schools, government offices, corporations and nonprofits to help support arts organizations around Minnesota.
Who does United Arts Fund Serve?
United Arts Fund, a service of COMPAS, benefits nearly 30 arts organizations each year. These grants help ensure quality arts education in schools and sustain important community-building arts programs. The Greater Minnesota School Arts Fund supports partnerships between the arts community of Minnesota and schools located outside the 12-county metro area.
What are some of the Benefits of Workplace Giving?

•	directs resources to those in need.
•	connects employees to their communities.
•	offers the ease of giving through payroll deduction.
•	enhances company's employee involvement program.
•	payroll deduction allows employees to contribute more than they could otherwise.
Back to Top How can I set up a Workplace Giving Campaign at my workplace?
Please email Daniel Adolphson, United Arts Fund Campaign Director, or call (651) 292-3215 for more information on setting up a United Arts Fund workplace giving campaign.
How is money raised through United Arts Fund distributed?
Money raised through United Arts Fund is redistributed through three grant programs:
•	The School Arts Fund supports arts organizations' collaborations with schools to provide students with creative experiences and effective strategies for success within their K-12 curriculum.
•	The Greater Minnesota School Arts Fund supports partnerships between the arts community of Minnesota and schools located outside the 12-county metro area in communities with populations of 25,000 or less.
•	The General Fund awards arts organizations for their work with neighborhoods, schools, and human service organizations. Support is provided to address social, cultural and educational issues through community-arts programming.
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Back to Top What is the grant allocation process for the School Arts Fund, Greater Minnesota School Arts Fund, and General Fund
Each year, arts organizations across Minnesota are supported by United Arts Fund funding through annual rounds of competitive granting. Decisions are made by a panel representing the communities we serve—artists, educators, donors and community members. The panel's familiarity with school and community issues ensures that United Arts Fund supports arts activities that make a significant community impact and represent diversity in expression and culture.
Can I designate my United Arts Fund gift?
Yes, United Arts Fund accepts designations to any 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Is there an administrative cost for Designated Gifts?
Yes, United Arts Fund takes 15% out of the total designated gift amount for administrative support.
Is my contribution tax-deductible?
Yes, United Arts Fund is a program of COMPAS, which is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.


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