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Minnesota Grants

Explore 539 grant opportunities available in Minnesota

Farm to Food Security Grant Program
$100,000
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Feb 20, 2026

This program provides funding to various organizations and individuals in Minnesota to purchase and distribute locally grown food for free to residents facing food insecurity, particularly those underserved by traditional food systems.

Food and Nutrition
Individuals
Professional Development Grant
$120,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 2, 2026

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed to enhance the skills of agricultural educators in the Midwest, enabling them to develop impactful programs that promote sustainable farming practices and support local farmers and ranchers.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Region 5 Fiscal Year 2025 Wetland Program Development Grants
$500,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 6, 2026

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state, Tribal, and local governments in the Midwest to develop and enhance programs for protecting and restoring wetlands through innovative research and community engagement.

Environment
State governments
R9 BIL High-Priority Regional Invasive Species Projects (Non-Federal Lands)
$3,570,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Forest Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 10, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for state forestry departments, universities, nonprofits, and local governments in the Eastern U.S. to manage and combat invasive species that threaten forest health.

Environment
State governments
Community Grant Program
$5,000
City of Mankato (City Clerk)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 3, 2026

This funding opportunity supports individuals and not-for-profit organizations in Mankato to enhance cultural vibrancy, beautify public spaces, and improve social services for residents.

Community Development
Individuals
Transformation Grant
$300,000
Boreal Waters Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 30, 2026

Date Added

Feb 2, 2026

This funding opportunity provides multi-year financial support to nonprofit and public sector organizations in Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin that are working on community-driven solutions to address systemic inequities and promote opportunity, resilience, and belonging for historically marginalized populations.

Community Development
Nonprofits
ECRAC Essential Artist Award
$9,000
East Central Regional Arts Council
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 23, 2026

This grant provides $9,000 to professional artists and culture bearers in East Central Minnesota to support their artistic development and career advancement through focused practice, study, and project activities.

Arts
Individuals
Food Retail Improvement and Development Grant (FRIDG): Retailer Equipment and Infrastructure Program
$75,000
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 10, 2026

Date Added

Jan 20, 2026

This program provides financial support to small food retailers in Minnesota to improve access to healthy and culturally appropriate foods in underserved communities.

Food and Nutrition
For profit organizations other than small businesses
County Fairground Improvement Grant
$7,500
Compeer Financial
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2026

Date Added

Jan 19, 2026

This grant provides funding to county fair organizations for improving agricultural facilities that support exhibitions and education at county fairs within Compeer Financial's service area.

Agriculture
County governments
Beginning with Compeer Grant Program
$2,000
Compeer Financial
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 19, 2026

This program provides financial support to beginning farmers in the Midwest to help them access essential business development resources and services for long-term success.

Business and Commerce
Individuals
Next ACRE Grant
$7,500
Compeer Financial
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2026

Date Added

Jan 19, 2026

This grant provides funding to middle and high school agriculture programs in rural communities to enhance hands-on learning through modern equipment and facility improvements.

Education
Independent school districts
Emergency First Responder Grant
$7,500
Compeer Financial
Private

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Jan 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural volunteer fire, rescue, and ambulance departments for essential emergency response equipment and life-safety tools to enhance their capabilities and ensure responder safety.

Safety
Special district governments
Minnesota Wild Foundation Hockey Grant
$50,000
Minnesota Wild Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 15, 2026

This funding opportunity supports Minnesota-based nonprofit organizations in expanding access to hockey for underrepresented youth and communities by providing resources for equipment, programming, and ice time.

Youth
Nonprofits
East Grand Forks Childcare Providers Grant
Contact for amount
City of East Grand Forks
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 12, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support to childcare providers in East Grand Forks to help reduce operational costs and improve service quality, ultimately increasing the availability of childcare slots in the community.

Youth
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Law Enforcement Emergency Device Grant
$1,000
Minnesota Department of Education (MDE)
State

Application Deadline

Jan 20, 2026

Date Added

Dec 26, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Minnesota schools for the installation of emergency entry devices that improve law enforcement access during crises, enhancing overall school safety.

Safety
Independent school districts
Livable Communities Program
Contact for amount
Minnesota Metropolitan Council
Local

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Dec 17, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial resources to local governments in the Twin Cities area to support equitable and sustainable development projects that enhance affordable housing, local economies, and community well-being.

Community Development
City or township governments
Postsecondary Child Care Grant Program
$6,500
Minnesota Office of Higher Education
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Dec 16, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to Minnesota student parents to help cover child care costs while they pursue their postsecondary education.

Education
Individuals
Environmental Grants
$25,000
St. Croix Valley Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 20, 2026

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public entities in the St. Croix Valley region to support environmental stewardship, education, and access to natural spaces.

Environment
Nonprofits
Nonprofit Capacity Building Grants
$250,000
St. Croix Valley Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This program provides funding to established nonprofit organizations in Minnesota and Wisconsin to strengthen their capacity and sustainability through various support avenues, including training, strategic planning, and collaborative projects.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Good Neighbor Grants
$5,000
Northwest Minnesota Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 12, 2025

This funding initiative provides $5,000 to organizations in Northwest Minnesota to help meet the immediate needs of individuals and families facing urgent challenges, such as food insecurity and assistance with essential supplies.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits

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