Step 1 – Find out if you’re eligible
Step 2 – Review our guidelines, Equity Framework and the OneMinneapolis Community Indicators Report
Step 3 – Apply online
Community Grant deadline is March 1st
You may view a
copy of the application before requesting a password and a
webinar on our grant guidelines and the new online application.
The Minneapolis Foundation no longer uses the
Common Grant Application Form. If you apply, please allow time for
obtaining a username and password and completing the application. All grant applications must be submitted online using an application based on the Equity Framework.
Step 1 – Review RFP deadline, criteria, and other information
Step 2 – Follow instructions below to obtain a password
Step 3 – Submit your answers and any required attachments online
If you would like to apply please email grants@mplsfoundation.org with: Organization Legal Name
Employer Identification Number
Contact Name (Person submitting proposal)
Primary Contact Name (If different from above)
Title(s)
Address
Email(s)
Phone Number
The Foundation will email you a link to the online application and your username and temporary password within two business days depending on the volume of requests. It is extremely difficult to complete this
application at the last minute so any requests for usernames and
passwords should be received within four business days of the application deadline.
Please note and plan ahead: You must request a username and password within four business days before the application deadline. You do not have to request a username and password if you already have one.
Technical support with for applicants will be available up to two business days before the deadline but not the day of the application deadline.
As the volume of requests for usernames and the need for help rises it will be harder for you to get support. Please start your application early.
Given our limited grantmaking resources, we want to be as respectful
of your time and efforts as possible. To that end, we've created a questionnaire to determine if your organization and activity are eligible
to receive Community Grants.
In addition to our grantmaking, we work collaboratively with
an extensive variety of local partners, from nonprofit service providers
to advocacy groups, public agencies and businesses. If you do not fit
our grantmaking guidelines but are working to Transform Education,
Promote Economic Vitality, and Build Social Capital, let us hear from
you. Sign up here to stay connected to our work and share your expertise with us.
As always, if you have questions we invite
you to contact us directly.
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