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Minnesota Private Grants

Explore 173 grant opportunities

2026 Flexible Support Grant Program
$25,000
Metropolitan Regional Arts Council (MRAC)
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 18, 2025

Date Added

Jul 10, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to small arts organizations in the seven-county metropolitan area of Minnesota, particularly those led by individuals from historically marginalized communities, to help sustain or expand their arts programming and operations.

Arts
Nonprofits
Thriving Communities Initiative
$10,000
Initiative Foundation (IF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 10, 2025

This initiative provides funding and support to empower small rural communities in Central Minnesota to enhance local leadership, community engagement, and implement projects that promote long-term vibrancy and belonging.

Community Development
Individuals
Rural Health Grants
$10,000
Medica Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 7, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Greater Minnesota that are working to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities in rural communities through targeted health initiatives.

Health
Nonprofits
Artist Career Development Program
$4,000
Central MN Arts Board
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 11, 2025

Date Added

Jul 5, 2025

This program provides funding to individual artists in Central Minnesota to support their professional development and creative projects, helping them advance their artistic careers.

Arts
Individuals
Artist in Residence Program 2026
$3,500
Central MN Arts Board
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 9, 2025

Date Added

Jul 5, 2025

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Arts
Nonprofits
Big Idea Grant
$25,000
Lower St. Croix Valley Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local nonprofits and government entities in select towns of the Lower St. Croix Valley to implement community-enhancing projects that improve residents' quality of life and foster civic engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
SACF Great Idea Grant 2026
$10,000
Stillwater Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides up to $10,000 for innovative community projects that enhance the quality of life in the Stillwater Area, benefiting local residents and organizations.

Community Development
Individuals
2025 Energy Efficiency and Community Resiliency Planning Grant
$15,000
Initiative Foundation (IF)
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2025

Date Added

Jun 30, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, Tribal nations, school districts, and nonprofit organizations in Central Minnesota for projects that promote clean energy adoption and enhance community resilience against energy-related challenges.

Energy
City or township governments
Sauer Family Foundation Grant 2025
Contact for amount
Sauer Family Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 26, 2025

Date Added

Jun 26, 2025

This grant provides funding for projects in Minnesota that support at-risk children and families by promoting emotional well-being, educational success, and strong family relationships.

Youth
Nonprofits
Northland Foundation Quarterly Grants
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Northland Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2025

Date Added

Jun 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, tribal nations, and local government entities in northeastern Minnesota to address critical community needs such as food security, housing, and education.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Ciresi Walburn Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Ciresi Walburn Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 18, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, K-12 schools, and higher education institutions in Minnesota that support innovative programs benefiting youth and families.

Youth
Nonprofits
Mille Lacs Area Community Foundation Grant
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Mille Lacs Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

Date Added

Jun 11, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and community groups in the Mille Lacs Lake Watershed area to support projects that promote environmental stewardship, community beautification, and economic vitality.

Environment
Nonprofits
Initiative Foundation’s Joy & Connection Grant 2025
$7,500
Initiative Foundation (IF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 11, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, school districts, and local governments in Central Minnesota for community-led projects that promote joy, social connections, and healing among residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
2025 Training and Education Endowment Grants
$5,000
Northwest Minnesota Foundation (NMF)
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2025

Date Added

Jun 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Northwest Minnesota to strengthen their leadership and operational capacity through training and development initiatives.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Management Improvement Fund
$15,000
Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 7, 2025

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to small to midsize nonprofit organizations in Minnesota that focus on improving their internal operations and capacity, particularly those serving low-income communities and led by BIPOC individuals.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
The Hormel Foundation Grant 2025
Contact for amount
The Hormel Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 22, 2025

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that enhance the charitable, educational, and scientific welfare of the Austin, Minnesota area.

Community Development
Nonprofits
James B. Linsmayer Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
James B. Linsmayer Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the Twin Cities area for programs in arts, culture, education, health, and human services, with a focus on community enrichment.

Arts
Nonprofits
Hunger and Homeless Grant
Contact for amount
Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 29, 2025

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Minnesota that provide essential services to individuals and families facing housing and food insecurity, helping them acquire necessary tools and infrastructure to improve their support efforts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Impact Grant 2025
$7,000
Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless
Private

Application Deadline

May 30, 2025

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Minnesota that are dedicated to improving services and resources for individuals and families facing homelessness and food insecurity.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund Legacy Grant
$20,000
East Central Regional Arts Council (ECRAC)
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2025

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Minnesota-based nonprofit organizations, schools, and community groups in Region 7E to create public arts and cultural projects that enhance community engagement and accessibility to the arts.

Arts
Nonprofits