Grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit residents of the Southwest area of the state. Proposals should address issues in the areas of health, education, financial stability, hunger, and safety and wellbeing. Grants can be used for projects such as: program work including p...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, libraries, schools, and government agencies to support food and nutrition programs in communities where the funding source has a business presence. Applicants must request an invitation to apply prior to submitting a proposal. Monsanto Fund supports high-...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for programs in the areas of human services, veterans, and youth. Funding is intended to provide veterans and the community with basic needs such as housing and nutrition, and to support youth programs aimed at helping youth become contributing members of society. FO...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life in communities where the Funding Source operates. Initiatives should focus on disaster relief, helping children and families, access to medical and health services, services for U.S. troops, pharmacy education, and education for underserved youth. The pro...

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for charitable, educational, and scientific programs in the Austin area. Funding is intended to support the local community through organizations that provide shelter, food, and clothing, advance quality education, healthcare, and research, and enhance the quality of life.

Grants to Austin, Minnesota organizations that operate for scientific, educational, and charitable purposes to address the needs of the local community. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life for area residents. Past recipients of this grant include a local arts commission, a symphony orchestra, theater groups,...

Fellowships to USA and Japan scholars and professionals to support multidisciplinary research related to topics of global concern. Possible research themes include security, sustainable development, governance and civic participation, and social, cultural, and scientific trends and transformations. The purpose of this pro...

Grants to Minnesota and Wisconsin nonprofits, schools, and government agencies in eligible communities for programs in youth and education, and health and fitness. LOIs are due by September 1, 2018. Grants and in-kind donations of up to $3,000 may also be requested by nonprofits that serve the eligible areas. Eligible ...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota and Wisconsin nonprofits and government agencies to improve the quality of life in the Winona region. Applicants must contact Foundation staff prior to submitting an application. Focus areas include health, social services, environment, civic or education issues, arts, and culture. Orga...

Grants to nonprofit organizations and healthcare facilities in Northeastern Minnesota, Northwestern Wisconsin, and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan to improve health and wellness. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. The goal of the Foundation is to improve people’s health and wellness both locally a...

Grants averaging less than $7,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal governments, and schools for programs in hunger relief and housing or shelter for homeless individuals and those experiencing domestic violence. Funding is primarily intended to help organizations expand and improve their fa...

Grants to USA tribal organizations and state units on aging to support elderly populations impacted by natural disasters. Applicants must consult with program staff prior to applying. Funding amounts will be determined according to the number of older adults affected and the severity of need. Grants awarded under this ...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits and individuals for a wide range of economic development and social empowerment projects that will aid underprivileged populations. LOIs are due September 14, 2018. A particular focus will be given to those demographics that have been overlooked and/or mar...

Grants to the Greater Itasca area, Minnesota nonprofits, government agencies, public schools, and fire and rescue departments for projects that benefit the local community. Eligible organizations are those that serve the counties of Northome, Blackduck, Remer, Keewatin, Nashwauk, and Itasca and all of Hill City. The F...

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA and Canada non-Unitarian Universalist groups working to promote systemic change through community organizing and mobilization. Priority will be given to specific and active campaigns that promote social, economic, and political change. The Foundation expects the organization’s infrastru...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs in the areas of education, Judaism, scientific research and development, community outreach, environmental concerns, small business development, and public broadcasting support. Proposals are judged on the criteria of community impact and public benefit, potential, organiz...

Grants to USA IHEs, state agricultural research stations, other research organizations, federal agencies, national laboratories, private organizations, corporations, groups, and individuals for research addressing agricultural resilience and sustainability. Proposals should advance knowledge of the plant’s food, energy, ...

Grants to Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, New Mexico, and Texas nonprofit organizations to benefit communities within the funding source’s service area, or to address eligible global concerns. Focus areas include nutrition and agriculture, water resources and habitat conservation, and protection and en...

Grants to USA and territories organizations for large-scale programs to increase affordability and access to nutritious food for low-income older adults. Proposals may include initiatives that support prepared meal services, grocery delivery services, and mobile markets. In addition to developing its own solutions, AAR...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for research and development projects that strive to improve the welfare of children, ages 0 through 7 years. Programs may focus on three general areas: early childhood welfare, play and education, and parenting education. Welfare is broadly defined to include physical and mental healt...

Grants ranging from $3,000 to $8,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools for programs that will benefit women and girls within a 30-mile radius of St. Cloud. Funding is intended to support women and girls ages 10-18, women in transition, and elder women. The Central Minnesota Women's F...

Grants to Rock County, Minnesota nonprofits, government agencies, and academic and research institutions for programs to enhance the quality of life in the Luverne community. Funding is intended for organizations and projects dedicated to community and civic affairs; social and economic growth; health and wellness; youth; ...

Grants to Northeastern Minnesota nonprofit organizations, schools, and public agencies for programs focusing on children, youth, and families, opportunities for self-reliance, and rural aging. Priorities for each of these focus areas are outlined further below. Grant Guidelines: Eligible organizations must operate i...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit institutions to provide social services and shelter programs for elderly Holocaust survivors. Priorities include food programs, case management, homecare and housekeeping services, health and medical services, transportation, emergency assistance, socialization, and Israel...

Grants to North Dakota, Wisconsin, and Minnesota nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible regions to meet basic needs and promote economic self-sufficiency and social and civic participation of area residents. Funding is intended to support programs, general operations, and, for community foundations on...

Grants to Minnesota nonprofits and governmental organizations to support health-related educational programs, equipment, and events in Otter Tail, Wadena, and Todd Counties. Funding is intended to support community-based health education programs that contribute to the quality of life in the funding source's service area. ...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $30,000 to USA nonprofits in multiple states for programs that focus on patient safety and healthcare, and physician wellness. Successful applications are those that show alignment with the focus areas and mission of the funding source. In addition, applications should exhibit defined goals an...

Grants to USA nonprofits and grassroots groups for programs that provide healthy, organic food and nutrition education to people who are food insecure. Funding priorities include the use of organic food and distribution of organic meals, promotion of access to organic food, provision of nutrition counseling, and food prepa...

Grants of $3,000 and grants of $5,000 to USA K-12 schools, school districts, and nonprofits to build school-based gardens that grow edible crops such as fruits, vegetables, herbs, and grains to help connect children to their food sources. Funding may be used to buy seeds, plants, raised beds, fencing, wheelbarrows, greenho...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in eligible cities to benefit the Foundation's employees where they live and work. Interested applicants must contact the funding source prior to application with a brief description about organizational and funding goals. Funding is intended for program...

Grants ranging from $300 to $4,000 to USA K‐12 schools for activities that will lead to lasting healthy changes in the school. Funding is intended for students to engage in fun programs that promote healthy eating and physical activity. Eligible uses of funds include nutrition education materials, kickoff and promotional...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for educational initiatives and programs that educate the public about the dairy industry and promote the professional development of dairy producers. Funding will be provided for proposals that fall under one of the following two categories: 1. Building Producer Pro...

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and public agencies for programs and projects in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area that focus on the areas of affordable housing, education, and health and human services. LOIs are due June 15, 2018. The Foundation gives priority to organizations that bring innovation an...

Grants and in-kind donations to USA nonprofits for programs that will enhance the lives of children and families. Funding may be awarded to programs in the areas of hunger, housing, healthcare, and education. Priority will be given to programs serving women and children. All programs should take place in an area where ...

Grants to Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming nonprofits for education, job training, and community and economic development projects. The purpose of this grant is to imp...

Grants to USA, Mexico, and Haiti nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, schools, churches, and hospitals for a broad range of high-quality programs and services that improve the quality of life for underserved children. Funding will specifically be provided for programs focused on children's education, children's...

In-kind donations to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and local government agencies that are interested in receiving surplus property no longer needed by the federal government. This program distributes property of all types, with the exception of federal government records, certain naval vessels, and land and o...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects that eradicate childhood hunger in communities where the funding source has a business presence. This program seeks organizations working to ensure that every child in the United States has access to a nutritious breakfast every day. The Hunger Is Campaign is proprieta...

Grants to USA grassroots organizations working to promote environmental justice and social change. This program supports organizations seeking to further their mission through collaboration and networking with other grassroots organizations. Priority will be given to small, community-based groups seeking to meet face-to-fa...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for initiatives in regional food aggregation and distribution that will improve rural-urban connections and provide economic, environmental, and community benefit. The Foundation seeks to support food supply programs that contribute to anti-poverty strategies and build strong local eco...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, agencies, and IHEs to support rigorously designed qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research on population health and well-being. Priority is given to research that examines the health impacts of interventions that address issues outside the domain of health care service...

Grants to USA nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, government agencies, research institutions, and individuals for innovative agricultural research that will position the nation at the forefront of global agriculture. Proposals are invited for high-potential research addressing unmet agricultural challenges. This program are...

Grants to USA organizations for programs supporting healthcare, organized religion, youth, underserved and underprivileged groups, and military members and their families. Funding is intended to support healthcare organizations conducting medical research, organizations tending to and filling the needs of disabled peop...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and educational institutions for charitable programs and projects that focus on the areas of education, social services, community and economic development, and the environment. The funding source considers requests for operating, program, capital, or endowm...

Grants of up to $75,000 USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to identify and develop innovative solutions to socioeconomic challenges in underserved communities. Funding areas include education, economic empowerment, and basic human needs. Evaluation criteria include: - Addresses a Significant Socia...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations and fire departments to respond to fires and disasters and offer assistance to victims. Individuals impacted by a fire or disaster may also apply for financial assistance. Organizations may request funding for services to victims, as well as educational programs. Fire...

Grants to USA and International nonprofits in areas where the funding source has significant employee populations for programs in the areas of health and wellness, community enrichment, and education, with an emphasis on STEM. Funding is intended to make a positive impact on people’s lives and encourage others to take ac...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations that are working to address specific social issues on a national scale, or that are ready to replicate existing innovative initiatives on a regional or local level. Funding is intended for the focus areas of hunger relief, healthy eating, sustainability, women's economic empowerment, a...

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Priorities include basic needs, arts and culture, educational opportunities, environment, economic wellbeing, and enrichment programs for youth and adults. Giving priorities are: -Providing for the basi...

Grants starting at $250 to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that focus on disaster relief, basic needs, disabilities, education, health and wellness, and Japanese-American cross cultural enrichment. Generally, the Foundation prefers to fund specific programs rather than general operating requests. P...