Prizes of $25,000 and other award benefits to USA and territories local governments, tribes, regions, and nonprofits representing communities that have prioritized health. Initial applications are due prior to the final deadline. Funding is intended to recognize communities that have come together around a commitment to he...

Grants to Central Minnesota nonprofit and for-profit organizations for a broad range of activities that benefit community residents within the funding source’s service area. Eligible Counties include Stearns, Morrison, Todd, Pope, Douglas, and Kandiyohi. Application decisions will be made according to applicant need and ...

Grants ranging from $35,000 to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for grassroots projects that empower girls and women living in extreme poverty. Applications are invited for projects that promote good health, economic self-sufficiency, and education in developing countries. Dining for Women is an educational givin...

Matching grants to USA and territories community organizations, government agencies, schools, and businesses for the purchase of new playground systems for local communities. The goal of this grant program is to help communities provide children and families with more opportunities for play. Funding is available for the ...

Grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for activities that mitigate the environmental impact of humans on the planet. The Company aims to cultivate relationships with those who are looking to make an impact to help inspire others to joyously embrace sustainable choices. Program areas include yout...

Grants to Minnesota schools, school districts, nonprofits, economic development organizations, and educational cooperatives to increase sales of in-state agricultural products to K-12 schools. The goal of this program is to increase access to local, fresh foods for elementary and secondary students. The MDA is providin...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, public schools, and libraries to support a wide range of community and environmental causes. Funding is intended for, but not limited to the focus areas of education, human services, disaster relief, health, arts, and culture. The Foundation makes both program and operating grants and...

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 of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers who are affiliated with a college, university, school district, nonprofit research facility, or nonprofit cultural institution for small research projects to improve education. Applicants must have earned a doctorate degree in an academic discipline or p...

Grants of up to $3,000 to Northwest Minnesota nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies to implement arts programming and events in Kittson, Norman, Polk, Red Lake, Pennington, Marshall, and Roseau Counties. This program supports activities in all artistic disciplines, including but not limited to theater, ...

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 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 ranging from $5,000 to $50,000 to USA and territories small museums to implement projects that further the organization's priorities and strategic plan. Programs may fall in the areas of community anchors and catalysts, lifelong learning, or collections stewardship and public access. IMLS Inspire! Grants for Smal...

Grants ranging from $2,000 to $10,000 to St. Louis Park, Minnesota organizations for programs that provide benefit to local youth. Eligible projects are those that provide basic needs for at-risk children and youth, maintain or increase children's mental health services, and/or ensure a continuum of early childhood develop...

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 to West Central Minnesota nonprofit organizations to benefit communities within the funding source’s service area of Pope, Stevens, Douglas, Stearns, Ottertail, Grant, and Todd counties. Program areas include economic development, community services, youth and education, disaster relief, and the environment. ...

Grants to USA nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, government agencies, and individuals for research to enhance the quality of preK-12 STEM education. Projects should build upon fundamental research in STEM education and existing research and development. All research proposals must have a theoretical and empirical justification...

Award of $10,000 to a USA, territories, or Canada K-12 science teacher for positively impacting his or her school, community, and students through outstanding classroom education. Special projects may be referred to in the nomination or application, but should not be the primary focus. The recipient and the two finalis...

Grants to USA organizations in multiple states to enhance the quality of life in eligible communities. Applicants must submit an initial inquiry prior to the full proposal. Funding is intended to support projects and programs in the areas of Health and Safety, Affordable Housing, Education and Youth Development, Human Serv...

Grants to Minnesota and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for programs in the areas of arts and humanities, education, health, human services, environment, civics and government, and community services. The primary geographic focus area is the St. Croix Valley: Washington County in Minnesota and Pierce, Polk and St. Croix ...

Matching grants starting at $25,000 to USA and Canada nonprofits and projects that strengthen women's empowerment in the Jewish community. Priority areas include encouraging girls to choose STEM education and careers and preventing gender-based discrimination and harassment in Jewish community workplaces and communal space...

Grants and in-kind grants valued at $3,000 to US public and charter schools for programs to start a new school garden or expand an existing school garden. Funding is intended to teach students about environmental sustainability and biodiversity through the preservation of plant species. Applicants must be planning a new ga...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote, preserve, and advance American Indian culture and self-sufficiency. Funding will be provided for programs that focus on the development of American Indian entrepreneurism, facilitating American Indian education (particularly college, graduate, and post-graduate education), ...

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 starting at $2,000 to USA and territories nonprofits, individuals, funding source affiliates, and universities to address issues facing girls and women. Funding may also be used for educational programming that informs the public about these issues. AAUW encourages proposals for projects that - Use innovative ...

Grants to USA nonprofits and certain faith-based organizations for a broad range of charitable activities. Funding is intended for programs in the areas of community programs; support for hospitals; rehabilitation and welfare; education, literature, and science; youth activities; and civic, cultural, and religion.

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for the development of new programs or the assessment of existing programs that promote educational success for disadvantaged children. Initial proposals are due by December 1. Applications are invited for the following two types of projects: 1. Program Development Goal: Develo...

Grants of $1,000 to USA K-12 teachers and IHE professors to utilize social media in the classroom. Funding is intended to support the use of technology and social media in an effort to enhance student learning. Entries will be evaluated on the following factors: completion of the application according to all directions, cr...

Grants averaging between $550 and $2,500 to USA artists, nonprofits, and IHEs for art projects that educate the public on important contemporary issues. Funding is intended to assist artists and organizations that are often excluded from mainstream opportunities for various reasons. The Foundation is interested in art p...

Grants of up to $500 to USA K-12 schools for field trips to an art museum in Wilmington, Delaware. Applicants may request support for student admissions to the museum, as well as reimbursement for transportation costs. Applications will be considered from public, private, and parochial schools in any State.

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and IHEs to support volunteer staff members carrying out a broad range of community services. National applicants must consult with state commisions prior to applying. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take at least three to four week...

Grants to Southwest Minnesota public schools to host artist residencies or conduct arts-focused field trips where community involvement, educator training, pre-packaged theater events, and juried student art exhibits are included. Funding is intended to support projects and programs in schools located in the eighteen count...

Grants to USA and Japan nonprofit organizations for educational projects that enable K-12 youth to learn about each other’s culture, country, and society, and to come together on common issues. LOIs are due by July 15, 2018. Funding is intended to meet needs at the pre-college education level, as identified by experts in...

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 starting at $50,000 to rural Minnesota nonprofit organizations, tribal government agencies, and other units of government for programs and projects that focus on promoting healthy, inclusive rural communities. Funding will specifically be provided for proposals that focus on one of the following areas: Focus Are...

Grants of $1,000 and in-kind grants of gardening supplies to USA and territories nonprofits, schools, and youth programs for new or expanded gardening programs for children and youth. Funding is intended to educate students about gardening and enhance the quality of life for youth and their communities. The top five pro...

Awards of $1,800 to USA and territories, and Canada K-12 minority science educators in urban areas to participate in a professional development learning opportunity. Funding is intended to increase the talent pool for diverse science teachers in order to be more prepared for future workforce challenges. This award prov...

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 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 USA nonprofit, for-profit, and governmental research institutions and IHEs to partner with local education agencies for short-term evaluations of education interventions. Funding is intended for obtaining data that will inform LEAs regarding the efficacy of current educational interventions. The program is des...

Grants to USA nonprofit and governmental research institutions and IHEs to carry out evaluations of interventions for special education students. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. This program is intended to support rigorous evaluations of education interventions that st...

Grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to Eveleth, Minnesota nonprofits for programs benefiting the local community in the areas of arts, community and economic development, education, environment, and human services. An LOI must be submitted before applying. Eligible organizations must be located in, or provide services to, t...

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...

Fellowships of up to $5,000 to USA PreK-12th grade educators and up to $10,000 to educator teams for projects that support professional growth and development. Funding is intended to strengthen the applicants' teaching practice and to assist them in meeting their students’ needs. Grants can be used for an unlimited varie...

Grants of up to $8,000 to Prairie Lakes Region, Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools for a broad range of arts activities. First-time applicants are required to contact program staff prior to applying. Activities may be in the areas of dance, literature, music, media arts, visual arts, and th...

Grants to USA Tribal governments and nonprofits and grants to California nonprofits and K-12 schools and school districts in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties for community services. Funding is intended for programs in the areas of health, education, special projects, and economic and community development. San Manu...

Grants to USA nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, and government agencies to promote computer science and computational thinking educational opportunities for PreK-12 students. Proposals are invited for researcher-practitioner partnerships that aim to increase participation in CS and CT formal STEM learning all all grade levels...

In-kind repair services to Minnesota nonprofit organizations to strengthen communities by offering a welcoming and safe space for communities to gather. Projects may take place in Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington Counties. Eligible projects include beautification and renovation work for school...

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...