Grant opportunities
As a force and resource for Northwest Minnesota, we champion ideas that stabilize and strengthen our communities. We are focused on projects that align with our mission to build better lives throughout our region.
Available grant funding
NMF has open grants rounds through our mission-driven grants programs, as well as local funds in our family of funds. NMF is home to more than 450 local funds, many of which offer grant funding for groups and organizations to benefit their communities.
Information and applications available
Below you will find details and links on the grant opportunities that are currently accepting applications.
Open grants
NMF provides the following listing of grant opportunities offered through our family of funds, as well as own mission-driven discretionary grants.
NMF Training & Education Grants
The Northwest Minnesota Foundation (NMF) Training and Education Fund provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and leaders in Northwest Minnesota, with preference given to efforts that build the leadership knowledge, skills, and capacity.
The typical grant award is $2,500; however, grants up to $5,000 will be reviewed and considered.
Deadline: July 15th, 2025
hubbard county coalition of lake associationS
The Hubbard County Coalition of Lake Associations (HC COLA) Charitable Fund provides financial support for charitable and educational programs, projects, and activities that facilitate cooperation among member lake associations and to assist in encouraging environmentally sustainable use of lakes and watersheds that protect, preserve, and enhance the quality of area lakes.
HC COLA is seeking grant proposals up to $2,000.
Deadline: October 20th, 2025
Other resources
Beyond our grant openings, we would encourage you to learn more about the programs, loan opportunities, resources, and staff at NMF who are here to help you.
If your needs don’t fit the criteria of our grant openings, be sure to check out these other possible funding opportunities: