In-kind support to Minnesota schools, school districts, county and city governments, Tribes, and development and planning organizations to assist with the development of plans for better school transportation safety. Applicants must contact their regional development organizations or program staff to discuss their intent t...

Grants of $10,000 to teams of USA nonprofits and Native American youth for entrepreneurial projects that will benefit the local Native American community. Sponsoring nonprofits will mentor one Native American youth through the process of completing the project. Running Strong provides ten $10,000 grants each year to co...

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 of up to $3,000 to West Central Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, IHEs, libraries, and museums for a range of arts-related projects, such as exhibits, productions, school residencies, and touring artists. Qualifying activities directly involve the performance, exhibition, or creation o...

Grants in the form of cash awards of up to $60,000 and In-kind services to USA, Canada, and Australia educators in K-12 public and private schools, including classroom teachers, special teachers (e.g., art teachers, music teachers), technology specialists, administrators, PTAs, and librarians/media specialists. Thirteen p...

Awards valued at $2,000 to USA K-12 educators in eligible states and territories to recognize outstanding innovation in science education. This award recognizes exemplary teachers who demonstrate a passion for education and their continued professional development. This award also honors Robert Yager's effort to make high-...

Awards valued at up to $5,500 to USA, territories, and Canada K-12 and college science teachers who demonstrate the innovative use of data collection technology utilizing a computer, graphing calculator, or other hand-held device in the science classroom. A total of seven awards are presented: one award at the elementar...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life in local communities located within the funding source’s service area. Funding is intended to support programs and projects that align with the following areas of focus: economic development, community service, educa...

Awards of $10,000 to USA, territories, and Canada schools, teachers, students, youth groups, companies, and community leaders for exceptional work in preserving the environment. Nominees should be working at a fundamental, grassroots level. Applicants should demonstrate that they have worked to make a difference in protect...

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...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that improve the quality of life of those in need. Funding is intended to support innovative programs that provide a second chance to children and young adults (from birth through age 24) during times of hardship. Foundation's Vision: - To create support...

Award totaling $10,000 to a USA, territories, or Canada K-12 public school teacher of science or technology to recognize outstanding engineering-related classroom instruction. The award was designed to demonstrate the importance of teaching students the skills used by engineers in the field, as well as having high-quality ...

Award of $1,000 to a USA and territories or Canada female student in grades 5 through 8 for outstanding involvement in STEM. A strong passion for science is the main criteria for selection of the recipient. Additional criteria for judging include: evidence that the student’s interest in STEM has impacted others, evidence...

Awards of $36,000 to USA Jewish teenagers for outstanding leadership in community service. Awards will recognize teens who have demonstrated initiative in the creation of new projects or the expansion of existing projects that embody the concept of tikkun olam (repairing the world). The Diller Family Foundation knows th...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, courts, legal services, and victim service providers to enhance services available to those affected by domestic violence and gender-based assault. Required registrations must be completed before applying. About the OVW Justice for Families Pro...

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 to USA and territories libraries, agencies, schools, and nonprofits for improvements to rural and small libraries. Funding is intended for enhancements of school libraries at all educational levels, improving digital access and education at libraries, and engaging communities in the c...

Grants of $500 to USA, Canada, and International teachers and counselors for necessary resources to enrich the instruction of AP classes. Funding is intended for, but not limited to, supplies, field trips, and materials. Funding may be used to assist high school teachers of any Advanced Placement subject.

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, IHEs, and dental societies that offer dental health care to underserved children. Funding will support community-based efforts to serve children whose families are unable to afford dental care. Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children:...

Grants to Eden Prairie, Minnesota nonprofits, schools, and government agencies for programs focusing on the areas of education, arts and culture, recreation and the environment, and social services. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Priorities for the Foundation's focus a...

Grants ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 to USA and territories, Mexico, and Haiti nonprofit community-centric organizations to promote social justice. The following funding priorities have been identified by the Funding Source: building movements toward social change, organizing to shift power, creating new structures, and d...

Grants and in-kind grants valued at up to $8,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, public schools, daycares, and city parks to install permanent shade structures in outdoor areas frequented by children and youth. Structures should be installed in locations that currently do not provide protection from the sun, including play...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations working to strengthen the State of Israel, its connection with the USA, and to foster an affinity between young Jewish students or professionals and the State of Israel. Applicants must contact program staff more than two weeks prior to the deadline to apply in that cycle. The Foun...

Grants to USA K-12 schools for sets of soft lacrosse equipment. Funding is specifically intended to assist physical education teachers who are willing and eager to open a lacrosse unit in the phys-ed classroom. These grants are limited only to physical education classes. The US Lacrosse Soft Stick Lacrosse Equipment Gr...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for social change initiatives to benefit Jewish women and girls. Funding is intended for programs that address issues in the following impact areas: leadership and education, economic empowerment, and legal advocacy/social justice. Organizations may request specific program support...

Awards of $10,000 to USA teachers and professors who have made a significant positive impact on the lives of their students. Nominations are invited from the general public on behalf of K-12 teachers and college professors who have inspired them and helped them grow to become who they are today. About the Award: T...

Grants ranging from $100 to $750 to USA, Canada, and Mexico organizations, schools, and youth for innovative neighborhood activities and events that incorporate birds, the arts, gardening, a science project, and community participation. Funding is intended for programs that inspire others to organize similar events in thei...

Grants to USA youth track and field and running clubs to enhance programs and experiences for youth in sports programs. Priority will be given to applicants who are located in low-income areas. Funding is intended to help support and broaden programs that are high quality, attract diverse ethnic and socio-economic youth, a...

In-kind grants to USA and territories high schools and school districts to provide reliable, high-speed home internet access to eligible students. In addition to free internet access, students will receive free devices and content filters. Program owners will be responsible for identifying eligible students, distributing t...

Grants to Minnesota school districts, community organizations, and agricultural groups to enhance rural communities and agricultural education in regions where the funding source has a business presence. In addition, scholarships are available to qualifying high school seniors who are entering college. Applications may be ...

Grants to Northeastern Minnesota nonprofit organizations, schools, and public agencies for programs that focus on children, youth, and families, as well as community and individual well-being. Eligible organizations must operate in Carlton, Aitkin, Cook, Koochiching, Itasca, St. Louis, and Lake Counties. Organizations m...

Grants averaging $40,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and school districts that operate youth baseball or softball programs and facilities. Funding may be used to support a new program, enhance or expand an existing program, obtain equipment or facilities, or undertake a collab...

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 USA, Canada, and International independent filmmakers for film projects that align with the themes of empowerment, social justice, and cultural exchange. Funding is available to both novice and experienced filmmakers for all stages of development, including development, production, post-production, as well as fil...

Grants of up to $1,000 to Wisconsin and Northeastern Minnesota nonprofit organizations, community groups, and school groups to benefit children and youth in eligible communities. Funding is intended to support projects planned and led by young people in Aitkin, Carlton, Cook, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake, and St. Louis Counti...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 to USA nonprofit health and human services organizations serving adults and children with disabilities to promote the use of person-first language. Proposals must describe how the applicant organization is unique and how its adoption of person-first language will make a positive impact...

Grants to Minnesota nonprofits and public agencies for community benefit programs and capital projects in Greater Minnesota and the East Metro area of Dakota, Ramsey, and Washington Counties. Eligible programs are those that focus on community development in St. Paul, arts and humanities, seniors, and children, young adult...

Grants to Saint Paul, Minnesota nonprofit organizations and government agencies to strengthen local communities and improve the lives of disadvantaged residents. Programs may align with the following primary areas of interest: include education, youth development, housing, health, human services, community and economic dev...

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 researchers at nonprofit institutions for investigations into practices and policies that improve the lives of American children and youth ages 5 - 25. Funding is intended to support research that generates change by contributing to a body of knowledge that can improve the lives of young people and reduce ine...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for research to benefit youth through reducing inequality. Funding is intended for evidence-based projects that use research in order to reduce inequality among USA youth, thereby improving their lives and helping all youth to succeed. Focus Areas: The Foundation’s mission is t...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, universities, and tribes for projects and initiatives that improve outdoor experiences and the health of public forests and grasslands. Funding is available for on-the-ground restoration and conservation projects that yield an immediate and quantifiable impact on the National Forest S...

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 ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations and schools to benefit youth in communities where the funding source has a business presence. Focus areas include arts education programs and academic programs, including tutoring. Qualifying programs must serve youth in grades K-12. This gr...

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 $250 to $500 to USA schools, volunteers, and educators to promote physical education and fitness. Proposals will be considered based on need and creativity. Priority will be given to projects that serve larger numbers of students, innovative projects aimed at improving physical education or fitness, and...

Grant to a USA public or private nonprofit organization to design, execute, and oversee a program that provides underserved foreign individuals with an opportunity to study at American community colleges. Required registrations may take up to four weeks to complete. Program Description/Executive Summary: The Office ...

Grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to USA full-time preK-12 teachers in multiple states for projects that promote student achievement through the creative use of technology. Applications are invited from teachers in funding source service areas, and the following corporate locations: Ouachita Parish, Louisiana; Johnson Cou...

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for education, children and youth at-risk, youth mentoring, and human trafficking prevention in the Twin Cities metropolitan area of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Some applicants will be required to submit a quality assessment prior to the application. Specific to mentoring, the F...

Grants to Minnesota nonprofits, governmental organizations, and schools for projects that benefit local residents in Todd and Wadena Counties. Projects should align with the following areas of focus: disaster relief, economic development, community service, environment, education, and youth. The following factors will ...

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA individual investigators for research on hearing and balance disorders. Priority is given to new investigators and to projects that are underfunded and under-researched. New and innovative projects developed by established scientists will also be considered. The primary purpose of HHF Emer...