Initiative Foundation

Grant for Economic, Community, and Workforce Development Nonprofits

Amount TBD

Amount

Cash

Sep 25, 2026

Deadline

5 days left

Minnesota

Geography

Regional

Grant

Type

Non Profit

Community Development & Housing
Workforce Development & Job Training
Economic Empowerment

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About this grant

Supports early-stage pilot and innovative efforts that strengthen communities, expand economic opportunity, and build a thriving workforce. Eligible recipients include nonprofits, local units of government, schools, and other organizations working on economic and workforce development initiatives. The program runs multiple grant rounds per year.

What you get

Grant funding for economic, community, and workforce development projects
Access to Initiative Foundation grantmaking network and support staff

How to apply

Online application via Initiative Foundation portal (account required)
Project description and goals
Budget information

Eligibility

Must serve Central Minnesota (14 counties and two Native nations)
Eligible applicants include nonprofits, local units of government, and schools
Projects must focus on economic development, community development, or workforce development
Must support early-stage pilot or innovative efforts

The funder

A private foundation that provides capacity-building grants to nonprofits to strengthen their organizational effectiveness and sustainability.

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