Springboard for the Arts

Springboard for the Arts is an Elevate Hennepin business advisor offering up to 15 hours of business and financial planning services at no cost, including:

Idea stage 

• Coaching to refine the business idea
• Define the problem the product/service solves for
• Guidance on understanding and mapping the essentials of business planning
• Formulation of mission, vision, and unique value proposition
• Identify product(s)/service(s) offered
• Assistance understanding the market and industry
• Define target customers, consumers, collaborators and/or audience
• Provide existing and established resources and opportunities for clients to pursue business   concepts and test market
• Equip client to evaluate the viability of their business idea
• Assist clients with entity formation seeking legal and accounting advisor input as needed
• Explore grants and funding opportunities
• Refer to other advisors as appropriate

Springboard for the Arts' 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. An artist is anyone who thinks creatively about the world and their dynamic place in it. Our definition of artist is broad and includes visual artists, performers, writers, music creators, culture bearers, makers, artisans, storytellers, social conveners, idea purveyors, imaginaries, visionaries, students, teachers, organizers and nurturers. Springboard helps artists define success for themselves – economic success, recognition, a supportive community, respect, social change, and more.

We collaborate with clients to manage risk and prepare their businesses for robust growth.