The Roseville Area Community Foundation (RACF) Grant Eligibility Questionnaire outlines the requirements for organizations seeking grant funding. To qualify, organizations must be located within Roseville, MN, or the ISD #623 independent school district, or serve residents within these geographic boundaries. Eligible applicants need to be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, though ISD #623 applicants are exempt from this requirement. The Foundation does not fund government entities or organizations that exclusively support government departments.
Applicants must not have received funding from RACF in the past 12 months, unless applying as an ISD #623 program serving a different population. Additionally, previous grantees must have submitted a grant report for the last award or include it with the current application. The grant must be intended for direct project, program, or event expenses that benefit the community, and RACF typically does not support capital improvements unless strictly for public use or general operating expenses.
Projects must be planned for the future, as RACF does not fund past events or activities, and should have multiple sources of revenue, as the foundation rarely provides full funding. Requests should be under $5,001 for community organizations and $2,501 for ISD #623. Approval from the organization’s leadership is required, and grant funds should be used within 12 months. If the project relies on a partner organization, a letter of support must accompany the application. For events benefiting the community, considerations for inclusivity, accessibility, and a well-developed plan are essential.
Applicants meeting these criteria are encouraged to submit the completed questionnaire along with their grant request.
