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Northwest Minnesota Foundation

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We believe Northwest Minnesota offers boundless opportunities.

We champion ideas that stabilize and strengthen our communities.

Let’s work together

Find the pathway for you. From grants, loans, and scholarships to business consulting and local giving, we’re here to guide and support donors and recipients alike.

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For Donors

We’re here to guide your every step as you leave a legacy that will support generations to come.

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For Grantees

With a dedicated focus on keeping Northwest Minnesota strong, every neighbor plays a role in the future of our region.

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For Businesses

Making your business strong makes our whole community stronger. Gain mentorship, connections, and resources.

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Where we help

Child Care

Seeking innovative, sustainable solutions to unique child care needs in the community.

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Children & Families

Supporting Tribal leaders in building youth confidence for the future of our region.

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Ending Homelessness

Building better lives in Northwest Minnesota with an improved homelessness response system.

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Housing

Leading and supporting collaborative efforts to add housing capacity in the region.

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Community Revitalization

Investing in rural communities to help them achieve their full potential.

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News & Ideas

Learn more about the ways we’re working in the community.

NMF offering Good Neighbor Grants

In partnership with the McKnight Foundation, NMF is now offering rapid response funding through Good Neighbor Grants to help nonprofits meet urgent needs this winter.

“We are using NMF funds to work with a strategic planner to develop a specific route to reach a more diverse range of people and families so that whole communities and our region can benefit.”