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NMF pushes more than $890,000 into the region in third quarter of FY25

Dollars released by NMF included more than $578,000 in grants through NMF’s family of funds, $165,000 in loans to small business owners, and $147,000 through NMF’s mission-driven grants programs.

DHS sets regional engagement session on proposed child care licensing standards

The Minnesota Department of Human Services will host two in-person engagement sessions in Northwest Minnesota as it continues to solicit input on the second draft of licensing standards for child care centers and family child care programs.

Initiators Fellowship seeks applications from social entrepreneurs

The application period for the Initiators Fellowship opens on May 1. This two-year fellowship provides a suite of supports for emerging entrepreneurs whose business ideas include socially beneficial outcomes.

Warroad Area Community Fund now accepting grant requests

The Warroad Area Community Fund Advisory Committee announces the opening of the 2025 Spring Grant Round. Local nonprofits and public entities in the Warroad School District can apply for grants ranging from $500 to $5,000.

Bemidji Area Arts Endowment Fund seeks grant and scholarship applicants

The Bemidji Area Arts Endowment will open its 2025 grant round on April 1. Applications will be accepted through May 1. BAAE is a fund in the family of funds at Northwest Minnesota. 

Fisher Area Community Fund announces grant round

The Fisher Area Community Fund (FACF) invites grant applications in support of charitable, educational and public purpose projects that will enhance or improve the quality of life for residents and/or visitors of the Fisher area.

Grants available for efforts supporting individuals living through homelessness

Grant applications are now being accepted to support efforts aimed at improving the outcomes for individuals who have experienced homelessness.

Katie Brommenschenkel Vilmo Scholarship now accepting applications

The Katie Brommenschenkel Vilmo Scholarship, a scholarship fund hosted by Northwest Minnesota Foundation, is seeking qualified applicants to apply for the 2025 scholarship round.

Neen’s Future in Space Scholarship seeking applicants

The TEAM Industries – Don Ricke Scholarship Fund, a scholarship fund hosted by the Northwest Minnesota Foundation, is seeking qualified students to apply for the 2025 scholarship round.

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