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Best Dakota County Grants for Nonprofits in Minnesota

Discover active funding opportunities in Dakota County Grants for Nonprofits. 37,000+ grants are available for a wide range of missions and programs with additional grants in Hennepin, Ramsey, and Anoka counties.

9,000+

Available grants

$3.85B

Total funding

$5K

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9,000+ grants
$3.85B total
$5K median

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PEN/Diamonstein-Spielvogel Award for the Art of the Essay

PEN America
Private
United States
US $15,000
The PEN/Diamonstein-Spielvogel Award for the Art of the Essay, established by PEN America, honors a distinguished writer whose collection of essays expands their body of work. This prestigious award, with a cash prize of $15,000, recognizes books of individual essays that can explore a specific theme or a variety of subjects. Eligible candidates must be U.S. residents and cannot be debut authors, ensuring the award celebrates established voices in the literary community.
Writing & Literature

PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award

PEN America
Private
United States
US $10,000
The PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award honors outstanding writing that effectively communicates complex scientific ideas in an accessible manner. Established by Dr. Edward O. Wilson and supported by notable figures, this award recognizes a single, living author for their work published within the calendar year. The winner receives a $10,000 cash prize, celebrating excellence in the literature of the physical and biological sciences.
Writing & Literature

PEN/Jacqueline Bograd Weld Award for Biography

PEN America
Private
United States
US $5,000
The PEN/Jacqueline Bograd Weld Award for Biography, presented by PEN America, recognizes outstanding literary works in biography published in the U.S. during the previous year. With a prize of $5,000, this award celebrates authors who demonstrate exceptional narrative and artistic merit through scrupulous research. Since its inception, PEN America has awarded over $370,000 annually, supporting diverse voices in literature and promoting the freedom of expression.
Writing & Literature

Dakota County Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

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Last updated: November 2, 2026. Next update: December 6, 2026.

Grant Insights : Dakota County Grants for Nonprofits

Grant Availability

How common are grants in this category?

Uncommon — grants in this category are less prevalent than in others.

98 Dakota County grants for nonprofits grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

24 Dakota County grants for nonprofits over $25K in average grant size

11 Dakota County grants for nonprofits over $50K in average grant size

22 Dakota County grants for nonprofits supporting general operating expenses

82 Dakota County grants for nonprofits supporting programs / projects

8,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Education - Higher Education

2,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Vocational & Trade Education

Grant Deadline Distribution

Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Dakota County grants for Nonprofits?

Most grants are due in the first quarter.

Q1
31.9%
Q2
19.3%
Q3
25.3%
Q4
23.5%

Typical Funding Amounts

What's the typical grant amount funded for Dakota County Grants for Nonprofits?

Grants are most commonly $10,000.

$250 $250 Min.
$10,000 $10 K Median
$52,257 $52.3 K Average
$1,000,000 $1 M Max.

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Minnesota?

Grants are most commonly $118,274.

$118,274

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Dakota County Grants for Nonprofits year over year?

In 2024, funders in Minnesota awarded a total of 56,278 grants.

2022 54,862

2023 52,544

2024 56,278

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Dakota County Grants for Nonprofits given out in Minnesota, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Human Services, and Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations.

1. Education

2. Human Services

3. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Dakota County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?

Funding has increased by -10.55%.

2022 $6,166,461,795

2023 $7,425,303,965
20.41%

2024 $6,642,167,971
-10.55%

Minnesota Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

Hennepin County, Olmsted County, and Ramsey County receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
Hennepin County $2,523,121,165
Olmsted County $1,922,001,946
Ramsey County $1,159,108,356
Washington County $321,318,471
Blue Earth County $287,516,198

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