In Progress is a non-profit organization with a purpose to pave the way for new voices in the field of digital art making. Their purpose is to diversify cultural dialogue by supporting artists in telling their own stories through three art forms–video, photography, and music. In Progress believes that everyone should have access to quality arts programming regardless of their location, cultural background, or economic status.

In Progress was established in 1996 with the purpose of paving the way for new voices in the field of digital media. Now led by Board Chair Sai Thao and Executive Director Kristine Sorensen, In Progress currently represents a broad network of artists committed to sharing stories, honoring diversity, and strengthening communities through the arts. In Progress provides specialized workshops, events, and mentorships throughout the state in Minnesota. Activities are designed to inspire creativity, responsibility, and leadership among artists. In Progress places specific emphasis on long-term mentorships that begin at an early age and extend into adulthood. Committed to equity and inclusion since its establishment in 1996, In Progress offers free access to creative production tools, spaces, and mentorship for artists who are low-income and from diverse ethnic backgrounds, with a focus on supporting new voices in digital art making. In Progress maintains two studio spaces in the north-end neighborhood of St. Paul and Crookston, MN. All spaces are for direct services use; artists can access the spaces and equipment to visit and create.

Jerome Foundation supports In Progress’ Convergence program. Convergence is a professional development program for early career Minnesota-based filmmakers. Supporting three filmmakers over two years, artists receive an artist stipend, a mentor pairing with an experienced mid-career artist, and access to professional cinema cameras, lighting and sound equipment, and creative production spaces, meeting rooms, and professional post-production facilities—all at no cost. Participants also receive individualized guidance in goal setting, peer-to-peer engagement to share knowledge and expand professional connections, and specialty skill training workshops based on needs identified by the artists. The program culminates with an opportunity for the cohort to share their film/video work publicly through hosted In Progress events.