North Dakota Grants

The Golden Valley County Community Foundation is seeking applications to provide a method of receiving donations and distributing grants to benefit projects or nonprofit organizations in Golden Valley County. Donor Name: Golden Valley County Community Foundation (GVCCF) State: North Dakota County: Golden Valley County (ND) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Foundation is affiliated with the North Dakota Community Foundation, which is a nonprofit, tax-exempt corporation under IRS code 501(c)(3) and North Dakota Law. Funding Priorities  High Priority  Organizations that serve Youth, Senior Citizens, Leadership, and Community Development  Projects or programs that benefit a greater number of residents  Requests that demonstrate the applicant will seek or has secured other funding sources  Low Priority  Requests for multiple-year funding  The following will NOT be considered: Requests for operating funds or day-to-day expenses  Requests for grants or scholarships for individuals Funding Information  $29,200 is available. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit tax-exempt organization, a government agency, or have a fiscal sponsor with one of those designations and must provide services in Golden Valley County. For more information, visit NDCF.

Applications are now being accepted for the Williston Area Community Foundation Grant Program. Donor Name: Williston Area Community Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/27/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Williston Area Community Foundation was established in 2014. It provides a method of receiving donations and distributing grants to benefit projects or nonprofit organizations in the Williston area.  The Foundation is affiliated with the North Dakota Community Foundation, which is a nonprofit, tax-exempt corporation under IRS code 501(c)(3) and North Dakota Law. For more information, visit NDCF.

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is soliciting ConocoPhillips SPIRIT of Conservation program proposals to advance bird species and habitat conservation. Donor Name: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The purpose of this program is to help address the loss of 3 billion birds since 1970 by supporting projects that conserve, restore, or enhance grassland, wetland, sage-steppe, and coastal habitats for birds, or gather lacking bird population data with innovative methods, with an emphasis in focal geographies. Priorities Bird populations typically require a series of different seasonal or local habitats for their breeding, stopover, and wintering periods. Degradation, fragmentation, and loss of habitat can negatively impact bird populations, highlighting the need to implement science-driven and strategic conservation. With geographic focal areas that span major migratory routes in Alaska and along the north–south axis of the central United States, including the Gulf Coast, the program focuses on improving habitat quality and quantity for both migratory and non-migratory bird populations. Funding Information Grant awards will typically range from $100,000 to $275,000. Funded projects should be completed within two years following finalization of a grant agreement.  Geographic Focus Projects must occur in a major migratory route ranging from the northern slope of Alaska to the north-south axis of the central United States, including the Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast. Funding is limited to the following states: Alaska, Colorado, Louisiana, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming. Eligiblity Criteria Eligible applicants include non-profit 501(c) organizations, U.S. federal government agencies, state government agencies, local governments, municipal governments, tribal governments and organizations, and educational institutions. Ineligible applicants include businesses, unincorporated individuals, and international organizations. For more information, visit NFWF.

The Professional Development grant program is a reimbursement grant program that provides up to $1,000 for North Dakota nonprofit art organizations, educational institutions, individual artists, and arts educators to engage in arts-related learning activities. Donor Name: North Dakota Council on the Arts State: North Dakota County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Reimbursement Deadline: 06/25/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: The program goals is to provide opportunities for North Dakotans to engage in arts-related learning activities. Grant Period September 1, 2024-June 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must be one of the following: An individual artist An arts educator A North Dakota state tax-exempt nonprofit arts organization A Federally tax-exempt nonprofit arts organization A North Dakota public education institution Additional Eligibility Guidelines for Individual Artists and Arts Educators Be a United States citizen or have attained permanent resident status Be 18 years of age or older on the application’s due date Be a North Dakota resident and continue to reside in North Dakota throughout the contract period Cannot be enrolled as a full-time student Additional Eligibility Guidelines for Nonprofit Arts Organizations Arts organizations must be physically located in North Dakota The majority of arts programming, services, or activities must take place in North Dakota and primarily serve and engage North Dakota audiences and participants The applicant’s staff members, board members, and/or volunteers who will benefit from the program’s funds must be 18 years of age or older on the application’s due date and cannot be enrolled as full-time students. This Program Funds: For Arts Organizations For staff member(s), board member(s), and/or volunteer(s) to participate in a learning activity that will support their artistic and/or business duties related to the organization, including workshops, classes, seminars, and/or conferences (in person or online) To hire a consultant or adviser for an arts-related professional development learning activity for staff member(s), board member(s), and/or volunteer(s) (in person or online) (e.g., hiring a consultant to lead a board in developing a strategic plan or executive director job search) For Individual Artists To participate in a learning activity that develops artistic skills, including one-on-one study, coaching, workshops, classes, seminars, residencies, and conferences (in person or online) To participate in a professional development learning activity that will develop business skills related to the arts, including one-on-one study, coaching, workshops, classes, and conferences (in person or online) (e.g., grant writing) To hire a consultant or adviser for an arts-related professional development learning activity (in person or online) (e.g., hiring a consultant to help develop a marketing strategy) For Arts Educators To participate in a professional development learning activity that will develop teaching skills in the arts, including workshops, classes, and conferences (in person or online). For Educational Institutions To hire an advisor, consultant, and/or teaching professional for a professional development learning activity for faculty members who will develop teaching skills in the arts (in person or online). For more information, visit NDCA.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in northwest North Dakota to support projects in arts, community development, economic development, and innovative initiatives that enhance the quality of life in the region.

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 funding opportunity provides financial support for art events and projects by individual artists and organizations in North Dakota, promoting diverse artistic experiences throughout the state.

This program provides financial support to LGBTQ+-owned and allied restaurants, cafes, and bars to help them thrive and recover from challenges.

The Otto Bremer Trust (OBT) is implementing new grantmaking approaches to effectively invest in people, places, and opportunities in Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, and Wisconsin. The new model includes Strategic Grants and Community Responsive Fund grants. Strategic Grants are awarded directly by OBT to organizations with at least $500,000 in expenses from the previous year, aligning with OBT's objectives. Community Responsive Fund grants are managed by intermediary partners, focusing on organizations with less than $500,000 in expenses.

The Statewide Health Strategies Grant (SHSG) is designed to enhance the health and well-being of North Dakotans by activating the ND State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP). This grant aims to improve health outcomes across the state through collaborative action, innovation, and evidence-based practices. The grant focuses on addressing North Dakota’s health priorities, such as strengthening the healthcare workforce, expanding access to healthcare services, promoting holistic wellness, and building community resilience. Funded by the North Dakota State Legislature, it offers a competitive application process with projects needing to align with at least one SHIP priority. A total of $3 million is available with a maximum award of $400,000 per project. Applications are due by May 20, 2024, and projects must be completed by June 30, 2025.

The CDC Foundation is requesting proposals from community-based organizations who serve people who are pregnant or postpartum to help raise awareness about important health warning signs that can happen during and after pregnancy. Donor Name: CDC Foundation State: New York City: Selected Cities Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: This work is part of the national Hear Her communication campaign designed to educate communities and help improve communication among people who are pregnant or postpartum, their support network (friends or family) and their healthcare providers. Funding Information Up to six awards of $50,000 each are available. Organizations will have up to one (1) year to complete their activities. Eligibility Criteria CBOs must meet all the following eligibility criteria: Headquartered and serving communities in the US. Must serve pregnant or postpartum people, and/or their support people, and/or healthcare providers who may interact with pregnant and postpartum people. Has staff capacity to do planned activities in proposed time period. Must be an organization serving its local community. Must serve communities that experience poorer maternal health outcomes. Special considerations for: Organizations serving communities in or around Atlanta, Dallas/Ft. Worth, New Orleans, New York City, and/or St. Louis. Organizations whose leadership and staff reflect the community they serve. For more information, visit CDC Foundation.

Giving Days are a fun and engaging way to raise awareness and funds to support nonprofit organizations that are making the region better for everyone. Donor Name: Blush Foundation State: Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/09/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: These annual events make the most of online fundraising to generate excitement and make giving simple for the many people who participate. They support Giving Days in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. In 2024, they are expanding this opportunity to include organizations currently hosting or intending to host a Giving Day for organizations specifically benefiting Native communities and organizations. Funding Information Selected organizations receive $200,000 annually. This year, will provide an additional $10,000. Eligibility Criteria Organizations must be 501(c)(3) public charities or government entities. Organizations must be located and work within Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota or the 23 Native nations that share the same geography. Selection Criteria They are looking for organizations that demonstrate: The ability to organize, host and promote a Giving Days program in region Commitment to building nonprofit fundraising skills through tools and/or support as part of a Giving Day The skills, staffing and community network to reach and equitably serve a broad range of communities and organizations For more information, visit Blush Foundation.

Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Good Relatives Collaborative Grant Program. Donor Name: Good Relatives Collaborative State: Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/28/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Grant Amounts/Stages Exploring. This grant is for Native-led and Native-serving groups, collaboratives, or organizations who are not necessarily organized as a non-profit yet but are considering it and/or are doing the work in the community already. This is for new organizations that do not have much experience writing or managing grants yet and have an annual operating budget from $0-$25,000. The exploring grant is for those who may not already have a fiscal agent and may not have started the formal process to become a 501(c)3. The amount you can request is up to $20,000. Emerging. This grant is for new or currently-applying Native-led and Native-serving 501(c)3 organizations. This is for small organizations with annual operating budgets between $25,000-$75,000 and who may already work with a fiscal agent. This grant is for those who may already have and manage a small number of grants but need more experience with the grant process. The amount you can request is up to $40,000. Growing. This grant is for emerging Native-led and Native-serving 501(c)3 organizations with a track record of receiving grants and an annual budget of $75,000-$200,000. This is for organizations that have experience writing and managing smaller grants but have limited experience with larger grants. This is for organizations that may need guidance and assistance in managing and reporting and/or other phases but can also provide guidance for younger organizations in writing or accessing grants. The amount you can request is up to $50,000. Maturing. This grant is for mature Native-led and Native-serving 501(c)3 organizations with annual operating budgets from $200,000-$500,000. This is for experienced 501(c)3 organizations with track records of managing foundation, state, and federal grants. This is for those who have experience accessing, writing, and managing smaller grants and can provide guidance for younger organizations in all phases and aspects of grant writing, reporting, and management. The amount you can request is up to $60,000. Grant Eligibility The following are eligible for grant funding: Native-led, Native-serving organizations with operating budgets under $500,000. Organizations, community collaborators, and nonprofits with a 501(C)(3) public charity or a fiscal sponsor. Organizations must be serving Native communities in South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota or one of the 23 Native nations that share the same geography GRC’s definition of a Native-led organization is that at least 60% of its board members are Native, and its senior leadership/ED is Native. If you are not a nonprofit organization yet, you will need to both identify a fiscal sponsor and procure a fiscal sponsor agreement. Please reach out to the Good Relatives Collaborative for fiscal sponsorship assistance as needed. The following are ineligible for grant funding: Organizations with operating budgets over $500,000 Individuals Pow-wows Tribal enterprises Requests for projects that support beneficiaries outside of our three-State region Religious programs for the purpose of religious education or proselytizing Sporting teams and events Servicing or paying off previously incurred debt or expenses Bringing programs and/or buildings in government compliance. For more information, visit Good Relatives Collaborative.

GRC Bush Prize: Native Nations is an annual grant award that celebrates Native-led organizations across Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota who have a track record of successful community problem-solving. Donor Name: Giving Relatives Collaborative State: Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota County: All Counties Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes | Grant Deadline: 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: GRC Bush Prize: Native Nations grant recipients support a culture of innovation, are highly-valued in community, and have a history of building creative, community-powered solutions for challenges in Native communities. GRC Bush Prize: Native Nations grant recipients will receive a grant of up to 25% of their organization’s last fiscal year expenses (grant award up to $500,000). Bush Prize grants are flexible, general operating funds that can be used to support the organization’s ongoing good work in whatever way best suits their needs. Eligible Activities and Entities Be a Native-led organization with 60% of its board members and senior leadership/ED identifying as Native. Be a Native-led organization and a legally incorporated entity with 501(c)(3), or, 501(c)(4) status, or have a fiscal sponsor. Be based in and carry out their work in either Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota or in one of the 23 Native Nations that share the same geography. Submit a grant for a charitable purpose. Ineligible Activities and Entities Native-led organizations who have received a Bush Prize in the last 10 years. Projects sponsored by a government agency. Endowment funds. Individuals; these grants are for Native-led organizations. Partisan efforts. Late or incomplete application. For more information, visit GRC.

This funding supports nonprofit art organizations, educational institutions, and individual artists in enhancing their artistic skills and teaching abilities through participation in various arts-related learning activities.

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department is currently accepting grant applications for the Encouraging Tomorrow’s Hunters Program. This initiative aims to support wildlife, shooting, fraternal, and nonprofit civil organizations in recruiting the next generation of hunters and shooters. Priority will be given to hunting events over shooting-only events. Eligible expenses for reimbursement include advertising and promotion, event insurance premiums, rental of specific equipment and facilities, hunting and safety equipment, nonmonetary landowner appreciation gifts, and costs related to ammunition, targets, clay throwers, etc. The program has previously funded various youth pheasant and waterfowl hunts, along with trap and shooting events such as archery and rifle shooting. A 25% in-kind match, which can include volunteer time valued at $28/hr or other expenses, is required for all events. Grant renewed every grant. Grant Annual deadline: May 1st.

Humanities North Dakota offers general grants ranging from $2,001 to $10,000 to support projects centered in the humanities. These projects must explore critical issues, involve humanities scholars, and be designed to attract and engage a public audience. Formats for these projects can vary widely and may include lectures, discussions, exhibits, interpretations of performances, living history presentations, book or film discussions, oral histories, radio, video, and film documentary productions, language preservation projects, and teacher seminars. The goal is to bring the humanities off campuses and into communities, promoting a deeper understanding of human values, cultures, and history. Close Date: Rolling based on project start dates: April 1 projects: March 1 July 1 projects: June 1 November 1 projects: October 1

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 U.S.-based non-profit organizations to support projects that promote Japanese arts and culture, particularly in areas with limited access to such events.

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.