Minnesota Disaster Prevention and Relief Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist small- to medium-sized meat and poultry processors in Minnesota, focusing on workforce development and employee retention initiatives.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities in Benton, Stearns, and Sherburne Counties, Minnesota, to support initiatives that address homelessness and prevent housing instability.

This funding opportunity supports Minnesota livestock and specialty crop producers in improving their resilience to extreme weather through the purchase of equipment and supplies.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations in Minnesota for projects that enhance education, health, and economic stability, particularly in response to challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

This grant provides financial support to local nonprofits and organizing committees in Mankato to create or sustain community events that benefit the local economy and are open to the public.

This funding opportunity supports small, rural nonprofit hospitals in Minnesota to develop strategic plans or implement projects that improve access to essential health services in their communities.

This funding opportunity provides $5 million to Minnesota's tribal nations and local governments for projects that improve community resilience against climate change impacts, such as extreme heat and wildfires.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community-based projects in Goodhue County that aim to prevent opioid misuse and promote healthy lifestyles.

This funding opportunity supports community initiatives in Minnesota that aim to improve awareness, early diagnosis, and culturally competent care for Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias, particularly among underserved populations such as BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those living in Greater Minnesota.

This grant provides funding to organizations and initiatives focused on improving access to newborn hearing screening and services in Minnesota.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that enhance community living for people of all ages, particularly focusing on improving safety, health, connectivity, and economic security for older adults in Minnesota.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities in the northern townships of Kandiyohi County, Minnesota, to promote community advancements in areas such as arts, health, and sustainable initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Minnesota livestock farmers and ranchers for improving and modernizing their operations through infrastructure and equipment investments.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and schools in Central Minnesota to deliver essential services and equipment for individuals with complex intellectual and physical disabilities.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities in the northern townships of Kandiyohi County, Minnesota, to promote community advancements in areas such as arts, health, environment, and collaborative initiatives.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities in Benton, Stearns, and Sherburne Counties to develop programs that support and empower boys and men facing challenges in education, mental health, fatherhood, and career development.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Minnesota to improve non-emergency medical transportation services for residents in long-term care facilities, ensuring they can access essential health-related appointments safely and effectively.

This grant provides up to $15,000 in research and evaluation support to small, culturally specific nonprofits in Minnesota that serve diverse communities and need assistance with projects like survey development and evaluation planning.

Applications are now being accepted for the Hunger and Homeless Grant Program towards agencies serving adults, families and youth experiencing homelessness and food insecurity throughout Minnesota. Donor Name: Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless State: Minnesota County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The primary goal is to ensure that these providers of crisis services have the tools, equipment, and infrastructure necessary to best serve those in need. Preference is given to services for people who are currently homeless – on the street or in shelters. Funding Priorities The focus of agency services is on the front end of the continuum. For agencies serving individuals, families and youth experiencing homelessness, preference is given to services for those who are currently homeless – on the street or in shelters (Emergency or Domestic Violence Shelters). Transitional housing has lower priority than shelter. Permanent supportive housing programs are unlikely to receive funding. Hunger programs must be open and free to all in need. Geographic service boundaries are acceptable, but agencies requiring program participation, membership, purchase of food, attendance/participation in religious service, etc., as a requirement to receive food are unlikely to be funded. Infrastructure or equipment for shelters or food shelves must benefit the areas where clients are served improve access to services. Administrative areas, parking lots, etc., are unlikely to be funded. Preference is given to projects that remove barriers, increase the numbers of people served and/or improve the quality of services provided. Funding Information $7,000 Eligible Activities The primary purpose of the Hunger and Homeless Grant is to assist agencies in increasing the number of people served and/or improving the quality of services provided. This can be reflected through facility enhancements within areas directly serving those in need such as repair/replacement of HVAC, added shelter beds and increased refrigeration and storage; through activities that remove barriers for homeless youth in their educational pursuits such as program fees, transportation, and activity costs; and through the funding of hotel vouchers, street outreach supplies, and funding towards securing identification. Eligibility Criteria Agencies serving Minnesotans experiencing food and or housing insecurity as the agency’s primary function. Agencies serving children and youth (up to 24) experiencing housing insecurity in Minnesota. Agencies must have 501(c)3 status OR be recognized as tax exempt by the IRS (i.e., schools, units of government or tribal governments) OR use a fiscal agent with 501(c)3 status. Agencies must have completed the grant closure form for previously awarded grants and returned any unused funds to OYH to follow OYH grant requirements.  Agency does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, age (40 or older) or genetic information (including family medical history). For more information, visit OYH.

Grant Name: Community Response Grant (Minnesota) Offered by: United Way of Bemidji Area Focus Areas: 1. Education: Supporting the achievement of full potential for children, youth, and adults. 2. Basic Needs/Income: Promoting financial stability, increasing self-sufficiency, and providing basic needs/crisis emergency services. 3. Health: Improving people's health and social well-being. Requirements: - Services supported by United Way funds must be clearly defined. - Impact of the services must be documented by the receiving organization.