Best Mineral County Grants for Nonprofits in Nevada

Mineral County, Nevada nonprofits and other tax-exempt charities can seek funding for operating costs, programs, or major facility projects that serve their communities. Local 501(c)(3)s, school districts, libraries, tribes, and fiscally sponsored projects may be eligible for DEW Foundation support across health, education, human services, arts, community development, and Christian ministries.

Nonprofit organizations serving Mineral County, Nevada communities with health and human services, hunger relief, youth and education, veterans support, or inclusion programs can seek project support through the Albertsons Companies Foundation. Grants typically range from US $1,000 - US $2,500 for first-time recipients and are reviewed on a quarterly basis with an employee sponsor required.

501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Mineral County, Nevada can seek funding for community programs that deliver measurable impact in NV Energy’s service area. Focus areas include environment, education and youth development, and safety and wellness, with priority for underserved communities and projects that highlight NV Energy Foundation’s philanthropy and encourage employee volunteerism and collaboration.

Nonprofit and public health providers improving rural health infrastructure in Mineral County, Nevada can seek funding for technology, equipment, supplies, mobile units, and emergency services. Nevada Health Authority’s Rural Health System Flex Fund offers up to US $35,986,322 to bolster rural health access, strengthen healthcare infrastructure, expand workforce capacity, and support innovative care delivery models across eligible Nevada counties.

Nonprofit and public rural hospitals, clinics, and healthcare providers in Mineral County, Nevada can seek funding to recruit and retain new primary and preventive care staff and expand access to specialty services. Focused on rural health care workforce and access, the Nevada Health Authority offers US $100,000 - US $2,000,000 to strengthen local health infrastructure.

Mineral County, Nevada 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking large-scale, new or expanded community programs can access funding through Nevada Community Foundation’s Nevada Women's Philanthropy Impact Grant. Awards of US $500,000 support projects in Southern Nevada across areas like human and social services, health care access, child welfare, education, environment, and arts and culture.

Researchers and graduate or post-doctoral students at recognized institutions can receive US $2,500 for herpetological research on Gopherus tortoises from Desert Tortoise Council. This award supports biological, management, and conservation studies in the southwestern U.S. and Mexico; projects involving Mineral County, Nevada populations may be eligible.

Nonprofit organizations serving people in Mineral County, Nevada can seek one-year grants for community services such as affordable housing, food security, K–12 education, family services, health and wellness, homelessness, senior services, and support for veterans. With a mission to strengthen local communities, MGM Resorts Foundation provides funding through regional employee-led Community Grant Councils.

Mineral County, Nevada nonprofits working in STEM education, at-risk youth, sustainability, or local business support can access funding through the Las Vegas Grand Prix Foundation; awards US $20,000 grants. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations in Southern Nevada counties, including Mineral County, may be nominated for one of five community grants.

Catholic dioceses and parishes in Extension dioceses serving Mineral County, Nevada can seek up to US $100,000 to build, expand, or renovate churches and related Catholic facilities. Grants from Catholic Extension help under-resourced Catholic communities fund active construction, repairs, equipment, community and program spaces, temporary structures, and modest residential facilities for ministers through minor and matching major requests.

Mineral County, Nevada Catholic ministries and diocesan offices in designated Extension Dioceses can access funding through Catholic Extension to sustain core pastoral and administrative services. Grants support salary subsidies for priests, women religious, lay leaders, and administrators, as well as essential operating costs like heating, travel, and other basic resources in under-resourced communities.

Mineral County, Nevada Catholic dioceses and parishes can access funding through Catholic Extension to recruit, educate, and develop ordained and lay church leaders. Support covers seminarians, deacons, and lay or religious leaders’ education, formation, and professional development, including degree programs, certifications, and ongoing skills training in approved mission dioceses.

Catholic dioceses and parishes serving Mineral County, Nevada can seek support to create, sustain, or expand ministries for children, teens, young adults, and families. Focused on Catholic faith formation, Catholic Extension invites Extension Dioceses to apply for operational support, salary subsidies, or seed funding for youth ministry, campus ministry, religious education, and young adult programs.

Mission Catholic dioceses in Mineral County, Nevada can apply for Catholic Extension’s Francis Grants to fund major diocesan events and leadership development. These grants support occasions like a new bishop’s ordination, special diocesan anniversaries, papal visits, or a bishop’s continuing education in pre-approved poor mission dioceses across the U.S.

Catholic school educators in Mineral County, Nevada can apply for Catholic Extension’s leadership development program, which funds a one-year online Certificate in Catholic School Administration. The grant covers most tuition plus travel for an on-campus course, building leadership capacity and strengthening K–12 Catholic education in eligible Extension dioceses.

Catholic diocesan leaders running pastoral or social outreach ministries in Mineral County, Nevada can seek funding to establish, expand, or enhance their programs. Catholic Extension supports designated Extension Dioceses with resources for catechesis, marriage and family life, Catholic media, liturgical ministries, social outreach to vulnerable populations, and restoring church services after disasters.

Catholic dioceses seeking to strengthen fundraising, financial management, and operational efficiency in Mineral County, Nevada can apply for support to build long-term capacity. Catholic Extension supports Catholic initiatives such as development staff, fundraising technology, audits, and strategic planning in its approved Extension Dioceses, which may include dioceses serving Mineral County communities.

Nonprofit organizations serving Mineral County, Nevada communities with arts, culture, education, civic activities, or human and social services programs may be eligible for this funding. The Frances C. and William P. Smallwood Foundation supports charitable projects within specified counties, including Mineral County, through its Smallwood Foundation Grant.

Mineral County, Nevada children’s nonprofits can access funding through Speedway Children's Charities to support critical needs, education, and medical services for children. Existing 501(c)(3) organizations serving Southern Nevada’s youth, including those helping homeless, foster, orphaned children and victims of sex trafficking, may receive up to US $10,000 for child-focused programs.

With a mission to support impactful community projects, Impact Las Vegas Foundation provides Mineral County, Nevada nonprofits with more than US $100,000 for time-limited projects in culture, education, environment, family, and health and wellness. Eligible 501(c)(3) public charities must implement programs in Southern Nevada with specific goals and measurable outcomes.

TryMarine Grant

The Reservoir Fish Habitat Partnership (RFHP) is seeking candidate pilot sites for evaluating two water quality treatment technologies—TryMarine and Oase Water Technology—in small urban fishing lakes (1–3 acres).

Urban fishing lakes are important community resources, providing accessible angling opportunities and supporting local outdoor recreation. Many of these lakes experience nutrient‑driven water quality impairments such as algal blooms, low dissolved oxygen, and reduced water clarity. These issues degrade fish habitat and diminish angler satisfaction.

This pilot initiative aims to identify lakes where these technologies can be tested to determine their effectiveness, feasibility, and potential for broader application across the RFHP network.

Objectives

Water Quality & Habitat Objectives

• Reduce nutrient concentrations (total phosphorus, total nitrogen).
• Improve water clarity and reduce turbidity.
• Reduce harmful algal blooms (HABs).
• Increase dissolved oxygen stability to support sportfish populations.
• Improve habitat conditions for stocked and naturally occurring fish species.
• Reduce internal nutrient loading from sediments.

RFHP Program Objectives

• Demonstrate scalable tools for improving fish habitat in small urban lakes.
• Support community‑based fisheries enhancement.
• Provide case studies and data for future RFHP guidance.
• Strengthen partnerships among agencies, municipalities, NGOs, and angling groups.

Stanislaus Community Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in order to help them achieve their educational and career goals. We believe that by investing in our students, we are investing in a brighter future for Stanislaus. 

Richard & Dolla Squires Memorial Music Scholarship

Open to graduating high school seniors pursuing a degree in music and demonstrating financial need. 

Award Amount:

• $1,000 

Stanislaus Community Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in order to help them achieve their educational and career goals. We believe that by investing in our students, we are investing in a brighter future for Stanislaus. 

Jane Wynne Woolley Scholarship

Open to English Language Learners demonstrating financial need.

Award Amount:

• $1,000-$2,200   

Stanislaus Community Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in order to help them achieve their educational and career goals. We believe that by investing in our students, we are investing in a brighter future for Stanislaus.

Jim & Betty Lilly Scholarship Fund

Open to students from Stanislaus and Calaveras County who have attended a continuation high school, including those who have returned to and graduated from traditional high schools or attending a Vocational School.

Award Amount:

• $1,000

Stanislaus Community Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in order to help them achieve their educational and career goals. We believe that by investing in our students, we are investing in a brighter future for Stanislaus.

First Tee of Central Valley

Open to current/active members of The First Tee program with a minimum 3.0 GPA. 

Award Amount:

• $2,000 

Stanislaus Community Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in order to help them achieve their educational and career goals. We believe that by investing in our students, we are investing in a brighter future for Stanislaus. 

Earl Pride Scholarship

Open to Stanislaus County employees and their children/step-children. Employee must work 24+ hours per week on a regular basis. 

Award amount:

• $1,000

Stanislaus Community Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in order to help them achieve their educational and career goals. We believe that by investing in our students, we are investing in a brighter future for Stanislaus. 

Dr. Grant E. & Colleen Bare Scholarship

Open to current Modesto Junior College students and Stanislaus County students planning to transfer to a four-year college and pursue a degree in the fields of science, medical sciences and/or mathematics. 

Award Amount:

• Up to $3,500