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Grants of up to $50,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and public agencies in eligible counties for activities that benefit the aging population. Funding is intended to support existing programs, create new programs, and general operating support. Grants must be u

Grants of up to $2,500 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible counties to complete the planning phase of large-scale arts projects and activities. Funding is intended to advance or create a strong arts program in the state. Applicant or

Grants to Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan nonprofit organizations and healthcare facilities in eligible areas to improve health and wellness. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Organizations must be located in or serve the communities of northeast

Grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota nonprofit arts organizations in eligible counties for general organizational expenses. Funding is intended to help established arts organizations continue services and programs and maintain their facilities. Eligible organizations are

Grants of up to $2,000 to Minnesota community groups and nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for activities, projects, and programs that preserve, protect, and enhance the quality of local watersheds and lakes, and their surrounding areas. Funding is intended to f

Grants of up to $3,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies to implement arts programming and events in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support locally produced projects and events, as well as sponsorship of performances of to

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and tribes to improve capacity to assist individuals in need of food and shelter. Funding is intended to support activities such as facilities expansion and enhancement, renovations, repairs, inf

Grants of $8,000 to Minnesota individuals in eligible counties to purchase supplies, continue artistic studies, and other activities to further a professional career in the arts. Funding is intended to encourage and support professional artists in all artistic mediums.

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota state, local, and tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, IHEs, and public school districts for low-impact projects to protect and support sustainable use of waterfront resources. Applicants are advised that required registratio

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations and agencies in eligible regions to address critical needs, including those stemming from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Applicants must discuss their grant proposal with the Foundation pre

Grants of $20,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible regions for environmental protection projects. Funding is intended for projects that preserve habitat, improve water quality, and promote sustainable riparian land management prac

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for projects that contribute to the cultural, historical, and educational heritage of eligible communities. Previous grantees include museums, film festivals, symphony orchestras, and theatres. Eligible projects are those that