Grant FAQs

We offer a range of funding opportunities—some annual, some responsive, and some run by giving circles or membership groups. In addition to those listed below, we offer a variety of one-time and special opportunities. We encourage all grant seekers to sign up for our email list to receive notifications about funding opportunities as they are posted.

My organization is not in Minneapolis. Am I eligible to apply for funding?

Each grant round is different and we often fund work within and beyond the seven-county Twin Cities metro area. Please read the guidelines for each of our funding opportunities to see if you are eligible to apply.

What if I want to apply for funding but no opportunities are available?

Keep checking our website and sign up for our newsletter about future funding opportunities.

I was denied for a grant this year. Can I apply again for a different funding opportunity?

Yes. If you fit the grant round guidelines, we encourage you to apply.

I currently have a grant from the Minneapolis Foundation. Am I eligible to apply for another funding opportunity?

Yes. Typically, we allow organizations to apply for additional funding opportunities even if they have an active grant with us. Please read the grant guidelines for more details.

If I have an outstanding grant report due, can I apply for the next grant round?

No. Please submit outstanding items before applying to another grant round.

I’m an individual in need of assistance. How can I apply for a grant from the Minneapolis Foundation?

As a community foundation, we make grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofits and other organizations such as churches or public schools, which in turn provide direct services to individuals. On rare occasions, our grants are also open to individuals or community groups with a nonprofit fiscal agent. Please read the guidelines for each of our funding opportunities to see if you are eligible to apply.

Have questions?

We welcome any and all (constructive, we hope!) feedback and criticism on our website, grants, process, or other aspect of our work.