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Grants of $250 and in-kind services to Minnesota residents in eligible regions to design and plan ecological gardening and landscaping projects. Grantees participate in courses and workshops with a focus on water quality and will receive in-kind assistance and a grant t

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit the local community in eligible areas. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding may be requested for general operating support and capital campaigns. Programs must serv

Grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools in eligible counties to produce community arts activities or sponsor touring artists or activities. Grant funds may be requested to support new or existing arts and cultural pr

Grants of up to $7,500 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies in eligible regions to bring needed services to the community. Eligible organizations are those that address the areas of society, culture, and leisure; education; public issue

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities in eligible regions for projects that provide more opportunities to disadvantaged children. Focus areas include high-quality early childhood education, stable family and paren

Grants of up to $30,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for technology-based projects. Some applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended to increase access to information and technology in order to enhance the capacity of local or

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations to expand educational opportunities for minority children and youth. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to promote educational equity and strengthen a diversi

Grants of up to $500 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible counties for programs and activities that help to attract and welcome immigrants, refugees, and newcomers. Funding is intended for events that unite and engage residents with d

Grants to Minnesota local government agencies, including counties, cities, and authorities, to support projects that promote economic and urban development. Funding is intended to support initial design and planning activities. Eligible applicants must be located within

Awards to Minnesota and Wisconsin chief financial officers in eligible regions to recognize exceptional achievements. Nominations are welcome on behalf of employees at local nonprofit organizations, businesses, and institutions. Eligible applicants are located in the 24

Grants of up to $8,000 to Minnesota arts nonprofit organizations in eligible counties to support general operations. Applicants must request a site visit prior to submitting a proposal. Funding is intended to encourage the development of the arts in the community. Eligi

Grants of up to $7,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible counties to support community arts and theater activities. Funding is intended to encourage an appreciation of the arts in the region. This grant program is open to organizat