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The 2025 Community Solutions Grant Program is a grant from the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation that funds organizations, programs, and initiatives improving quality of life for residents in the East Metro region of Minnesota. Through general operating, program/project, and capital support, the program prioritizes Community & Economic Development, Health, Human Services, and Youth Education.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and grants are available to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, government entities, educational institutions, and organizations with an eligible fiscal sponsor serving Dakota, Ramsey, and Washington counties. Award amounts vary based on project scope and organizational need.
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Community Solutions Grant Program Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Community Solutions Grant Program | Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Community Solutions Grant Program This grant program supports solutions that improve quality of life for East Metro residents. *]:tw-leading-[1. 1] [&>p]:tw-leading-[1.
48] "> The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation seeks to strengthen quality of life in the East Metro by supporting organizations, programs and initiatives that are informed by, formed by and benefit residents. Through general operating, program/project and capital support, our Community Solutions grants focus on organizations, programs and initiatives serving the East Metro (Dakota, Ramsey and Washington counties).
The program’s funding priorities include: Community & Economic Development The program is intended to be responsive to ongoing and timely community opportunities through an open and rolling application process. Grants can be made to 501(c)3 nonprofits, government entities, educational institutions or organizations with a fiscal sponsor.
Organizations should have a demonstrated impact or potential for impact in the East Metro (Dakota, Ramsey and Washington counties).
While an organization may be eligible to apply, attention and preference will be given to organizations: Addressing disparities and/or creating more equitable outcomes for communities experiencing marginalization due to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability or geography Establishing a clear connection to the Informs, Forms, Benefits framework, which states that those experiencing barriers should not only benefit from the work we support, but inform, form, and lead it as well Our Community Solutions Grant Program has three focus areas and will consider proposals that address one or more of the following: Community & Economic Development The Foundation seeks to invest and partner in solutions informed and formed by the people facing the highest barriers to wealth creation, economic security and family-sustaining career pathways.
This includes BIPOC, women, veterans, young people, people with disabilities, formerly incarcerated people and LGBTQIA+ people. Specific priorities for wealth creation include strengthening the entrepreneur ecosystem, increasing local ownership of businesses and homes, and expanding access to culturally appropriate services.
Regarding economic security, the Foundation recognizes the importance of anchor institutions embedded at the neighborhood level. For workforce development, we will prioritize employment pathways that meet the needs of individuals and employers alike. The Foundation continues to prioritize health organizations that focus on health equity and increase access to affordable, culturally relevant health services.
The Foundation hopes to align its health grants to be inclusive of programs and organizations that serve low-income families and provide free or affordable, culturally relevant services and holistic care.
Given the increase in severity, cost of and demand for mental health services, urgent care and/or crisis prevention, access to reproductive health care, trauma-informed health care, and free or reduced services for uninsured or underinsured communities, the Foundation will prioritize these programs and organizations to continue to serve our most vulnerable and marginalized communities.
In addition to supporting work that centers the voices of the people most impacted, special priority will be given to disability support services, child welfare support services, family and parent support services, food relief and assistance, older adult services, immigration and legal services, and re-entry supports for formerly incarcerated people.
The Foundation recognizes how important it is for students and young people to feel cared for, protected, valued and seen. This is complex and urgent work, and the Foundation will prioritize organizations that blend academic, social and emotional supports for young people most impacted by educational inequity.
The Foundation will also support organizations working toward ensuring a robust early childhood system that gives children and families access to high-quality early care and education programs. Download Grant Guidelines [PDF] Through the Community Solutions Grant Program, we are proud to serve and fund the East Metro region (Dakota, Ramsey and Washington counties).
The Foundation will consider grant applications for: General Operating Support These grants provide flexible funding for nonprofits. To be eligible for general operating support, organizations must primarily serve the East Metro area with 50% or more of all services provided by the entire organization benefiting East Metro (Dakota, Ramsey and Washington counties) residents.
These grants provide funding for programs/projects serving 50% or more East Metro residents. Any organization is eligible for this type of grant, regardless of overall geographic focus. To be eligible for capital support, organizations must demonstrate ongoing or potential significant benefit to East Metro (Dakota, Ramsey and Washington counties) residents.
Capital grants will support an organization’s long-term resiliency or infrastructure including: Efforts to ensure critical resources remain stable and present in the East Metro (e.g., “comprehensive campaigns” intended to grow or strengthen organizational capacity; program innovations or compliance updates needed to ensure responsiveness and relevancy, etc.) Physical or digital capital needs such as purchase, updates to or maintenance of buildings, facilities, technology and/or equipment Grant amounts will be up to $50,000 per year for a one-year grant period.
In 2026, up to $2,350,000 is available for this grant program, and we anticipate awarding approximately 50 grants. This program is intended to be responsive to ongoing and timely community opportunities through an open and rolling application process. Applications submitted by February 20 will be reviewed for June awards.
Applications submitted by May 29 will be reviewed for September awards. Applications submitted by August 14 will be reviewed for November awards. Current & Past Grant Status Current grantees are eligible for funding.
Please contact a member of our Grants Team with questions.
Grant Requests Not Accepted The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation will not consider grant requests for support of: Sectarian religious programs or organizations Direct work of individuals Organizations that are not classified as 501(c)3 nonprofits, government entities, educational institutions or organizations with a fiscal sponsor Organizations exclusively serving the West Metro (Anoka, Carver, Hennepin or Scott counties) Application Preview [PDF] Applications are accepted on a rolling basis beginning 10 a.
m. January 12, 2026. Decisions will be made and grants distributed by June, September and November 2026.
Step 1: Review Grant Guidelines Familiarize yourself with the eligibility criteria and funding priorities for this grant program. Step 2: Talk to the Grants Team All interested applicants are encouraged to contact a member of our Grants Team before applying to ensure that the grant program fits your needs. Our Grants Team is always excited to connect with community partners.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) nonprofits, government entities, educational institutions, and groups with an eligible fiscal sponsor in East Metro Minnesota. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
Grants for Education and Community Learning in Minnesota is a grant from Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation that funds STEM education research. Applications accepted: April 1 - 30, 2026 The Bush Prize identifies and honors extraordinary organizations that consistently engage and lead their community toward creative solutions. 501(c)3 nonprofits, government entities, educational institutions, groups with an eligible fiscal sponsor 501(c)3 nonprofits, government entities, educational institutions, groups with an eligible fiscal sponsor The Fund provides emergency grants to East Metro individuals and families in crisis in partnership with nonprofit agencies and case workers. Eligible applicants include 501(c)3 nonprofits, government entities, educational institutions, groups with an eligible fiscal sponsor in the East Metro or Greater Minnesota. The application deadline is 2026-05-29.
Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation Community Sharing Fund is a grant program that provides emergency financial assistance to individuals and families facing short-term financial setbacks in Dakota, Ramsey, and Washington counties in Minnesota. The fund covers emergency needs such as rent, damage deposits, utility costs, medical expenses, childcare, and transportation. Individual grants range from $100 to $1,000, with up to $1,500 for housing assistance. The fund is a resource of last resort and requires that applicants have resided in the county for at least 30 days, have not received a fund grant in the past 18 months, and face an unforeseen emergency that is not expected to recur. Applications are submitted by caseworkers at referring nonprofit organizations through an online grant portal; individuals cannot apply directly. Over 100 community organizations partner with the foundation to identify eligible clients.
The Fund for Women & Girls Grant Program is sponsored by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC). The Fund for Women & Girls, an initiative of TFEC, makes grants to local nonprofit organizations in specific South Central PA counties. The grants support projects that advance the lives of women and girls by providing opportunities to address basic needs, develop economic self-sufficiency, and strengthen health and safety needs.
VGF grants will be used to develop and/or support community-based entities to recruit, manage, and support volunteers. CNCS seeks to fund effective approaches that expand volunteering, strengthen the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit and retain skill-based volunteers, and develop strategies to use volunteers effectively to solve problems. Specifically, the VGF grants will support efforts that expand the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit, manage, support and retain individuals to serve in high quality volunteer assignments.Applicants that receive funding under this Notice may directly carry out the activities supported under the award, or may carry out the activities by making sub-grants to community-based entities, supporting volunteer generation at these entities.). Funding Opportunity Number: AC-05-25-21. Assistance Listing: 94.021. Funding Instrument: G. Category: O. Award Amount: $6.1M total program funding.