North Dakota Education Grants

This program provides funding for farmers and ranchers in the North Central region to develop and share sustainable agricultural practices through research and educational projects.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the Bismarck-Mandan area and Western North Dakota to support innovative projects that address community needs and promote lasting positive change.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to child care program owners to expand their facilities by adding spaces for infants or toddlers, addressing the critical need for more early childhood care options in the state.

This funding opportunity is designed to help individuals establish new licensed child care facilities in high-needs counties, increasing access to child care services for families in those areas.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in North Dakota, Minnesota, and Wisconsin to support initiatives that enhance agriculture education, hunger relief, rural disaster relief, and rural health services in their communities.

This funding opportunity is designed to strengthen research capabilities in eligible jurisdictions by supporting collaborations among academic institutions, government agencies, and private industry to develop sustainable research infrastructure.

This initiative provides hydroponic gardening systems to K–12 public schools in North Dakota, promoting hands-on learning in agriculture, STEM education, and sustainability.

This grant provides financial support to tax-exempt organizations in North Dakota focused on improving the lives of children, enhancing education, and promoting health and human services.

This funding opportunity provides up to $2,000 to support small-scale humanities projects, such as public discussions and local history initiatives, making cultural programming more accessible in communities.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local government entities in North Dakota for community projects and events that celebrate the state's contributions to American history and promote democratic values in honor of the nation's 250th anniversary.

This grant provides financial support to licensed child care program owners in high-needs counties to expand their facilities by increasing capacity or relocating, thereby improving child care availability in their communities.

This program provides funding to rural communities in North Dakota to improve quality of life and stimulate economic development through various projects, with a focus on collaboration and innovative solutions.

The Clarence Johnson & Eunice Iwen Community Foundation offers grants for youth and community projects in the Arthur, ND area, prioritizing organizations that provide direct service to the community, are non-profit or government entities, and do not seek funding for day-to-day operations or individual benefits.

This grant provides financial support for arts-related activities in North Dakota, targeting nonprofit organizations, unincorporated groups, and public entities to enhance community engagement and appreciation of the arts.

This fellowship provides up to $150,000 over two years to individuals in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota who are committed to personal growth as leaders and driving equitable, large-scale change in their communities.

The Women's Fund Grant Program, aligned with the mission to empower girls and women to achieve economic, social, and political equality, invites applications for programming support grants. The program focuses on raising awareness of challenges faced by girls and women, supporting leadership and confidence-building opportunities, and encouraging philanthropy among women. Preference is given to new projects or programs and new grant applicants. Successful past grants include driver's education for independence, music program expansions, shelter for homeless families, and support for victims of assault and trafficking.

The North Dakota Council on the Arts offers the Community Arts Access Tier 1 & 2 grant, ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, to support arts activities such as festivals, exhibitions, and performances by eligible North Dakota-based nonprofit and public entities, with the aim of enhancing programming quality, expanding audiences, and promoting arts appreciation within the state.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Barnes, Ransom, and Griggs Counties, North Dakota, to address community needs in areas such as basic human needs, education, arts, community building, first responders, and behavioral health.

This grant provides financial support for North Dakota schools and organizations to collaborate with professional artists, enhancing arts education for pre-K-12 students and teachers.

The New England Area Community Foundation (NECF), an affiliate of the North Dakota Community Foundation, is seeking applications to enhance community well-being and quality of life. As a nonprofit, tax-exempt corporation under IRS code 501(c)(3), NECF aligns its mission with fostering positive community development within the New England area. The grant program primarily focuses on improving the overall quality of life for residents by supporting initiatives that address critical community needs. The grant program targets a broad range of beneficiaries, including youth, senior citizens, and organizations engaged in leadership and community development. Impact goals include supporting projects and programs that benefit a larger number of residents within the New England community. The foundation prioritizes requests that demonstrate the applicant will seek or has already secured other funding sources, indicating a desire for sustainable and collaboratively supported projects. High-priority areas for funding include organizations serving youth, senior citizens, and those focused on leadership and community development. Projects that can demonstrate a widespread benefit to a greater number of residents are also highly favored. Conversely, requests for multiple-year funding, operating funds, or day-to-day expenses are considered low priority, suggesting the foundation aims to support specific, impactful projects rather than ongoing operational costs. Grants are awarded exclusively to organizations designated as 501(c)(3) nonprofit tax-exempt groups by the IRS or government agencies. Groups without this designation may apply through a fiscal sponsor. All funded organizations must operate within the New England community. Grants to religious organizations are strictly limited to non-denominational activities that serve the entire community, ensuring inclusivity and broad public benefit. Applications are due annually by April 30, with extensions possible at the Advisory Committee's discretion. The committee also retains the right to fund approved requests either fully or partially, based on their assessment of merit and alignment with strategic priorities.