US Bank Foundation Grants for Minnesota Communities
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture can apply for funding that supports work, home, and play initiatives. Focused on equitable, high-impact partnerships, US Bank Foundation prioritizes organizations in its service communities, including those advancing early learning and Head Start-related programming.
US Bancorp Foundation
Minnesota Early Education Funding via Costco Foundation
Nonprofit organizations in Minnesota focused on children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary support through Costco Foundation’s charitable contributions program. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations may receive program funding, including for preschool or early learning initiatives, with applications reviewed in 4–6 weeks and evaluated on community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and budget strength.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services programs can seek support to address social problems, including early learning initiatives, in Minnesota and beyond. Creag Foundation considers proposals from groups holding 501(c)(3) status for at least one year that offer new approaches to existing or previously unaddressed societal issues.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Early Childhood
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving early childhood education and youth development in Minnesota can seek funding for programs that advance children’s health, education, development, and welfare. The Dan Paul Foundation supports initiatives like early learning, child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, environmental education, and refugee enrichment with grants up to US $15,000.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Early-Stage Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit organizations addressing major social or environmental challenges can receive up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation for scalable, impact-first solutions. Focused on bold models with measurable results, DRK invites ventures in Minnesota and globally whose work could include early learning or support for underserved children and families.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Global Education
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for education, crisis response, or economic empowerment programs, including those serving young children in Minnesota, can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help early learning and other initiatives that primarily serve economically underserved communities worldwide through innovative, tech-enabled solutions.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Education Grants in Minnesota
Educational institutions, government programs, and eligible nonprofits in Minnesota can seek funding for safety, community development, and education initiatives, including K-12 and college-readiness efforts. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help organizations that may serve preschool and early learning populations as part of broader academic success, STEM, and community-strengthening programs across the U.S.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Minnesota Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million and strong arts or science programming can apply for the William Randolph Hearst Foundation’s culture grants, awarding more than US $100,000 for program or capital support. Minnesota organizations offering arts education, STEAM, or artist development that reach large populations may be eligible.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Education Grants in Minnesota
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits and equivalent charities working in health, education, or community services can seek funding for programs such as food pantries, healthcare access, STEM education, and wellness initiatives. Focused on community well-being, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites applications that support early learning, family health, and related services for underserved populations.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Minnesota Early Learning Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Early childhood and preschool education organizations in Minnesota working with urban low-income children may be eligible for project or scale-up support from the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, with awards of more than US $50,000. The foundation funds education initiatives as part of its broader work in the U.S., India, and South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Minnesota Early Learning Funding via PNC Foundation
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering early childhood education or community development programs in PNC service areas can access funding through PNC Foundation. Grants support preschool and early learning initiatives for children birth to five, especially from low- to moderate-income families, including classroom programs, educator development, and family engagement that may complement Head Start services.
PNC Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Accredited charities running humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects can seek philanthropic support to expand high-quality programs, including those serving early learners, from La Roche in Minnesota and worldwide. Grants from La Roche help organizations that promote sustainable development and can actively involve local Roche affiliates and employees in project delivery.
La Roche, Inc.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Minnesota Education
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Minnesota seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs can apply for grants that must be used in the U.S. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help education-focused groups, including early learning providers, fund well-managed programs with broad impact that materially contribute to community welfare.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Minnesota seeking support for community development, basic needs, workforce education, or cultural programming can apply for sponsorship funding; awards support economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Charitable Foundation also backs initiatives in arts and culture, the environment, diversity and inclusion, and supportive housing that strengthen local communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s humanitarian and social services grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $250,000. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help Minnesota early learning and family-support programs qualify if they address poverty, disability, social exclusion, or disaster relief and meet the foundation’s size, mission, and non-sectarian criteria.
Gupta Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Early Education Grants in Minnesota
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Minnesota early childhood education and preschool nonprofits, including Head Start providers, can seek more than US $50,000 to enhance storytelling about their community impact. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant supports 501(c)(3) and aligned for-profit organizations working in education, preservation, or wellness that want to better communicate their transformational work.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Education
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving preschool and early learning needs in the Southern U.S. can seek program funding that benefits children and families. Robinson Foundation supports education, poverty relief, and related services, but not capital projects. Minnesota-based Head Start providers with operations below the Mason-Dixon line may be eligible if they meet the three-year activity requirement.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations seeking support for community services programs or fundraising events may be eligible for grants or event sponsorships in select U.S. counties, including areas outside Minnesota. Insperity supports philanthropic initiatives and approved charity events; early learning or Head Start-focused nonprofits that meet its criteria may qualify if they serve communities where employees live and work.
Insperity
TJX Foundation Grants for Minnesota Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, academic enrichment, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. The TJX Foundation supports programs serving vulnerable children and families, which may include early learning or out-of-school initiatives that complement Head Start services.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Community and Environmental Grants for Nonprofits from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Minnesota seeking support for environmental or human services programs can apply for unrestricted grants from the Lawrence Foundation, typically ranging from US $5,000 - US $10,000. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help early learning and family-serving organizations cover program or operating costs within its broad community and environmental priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Early Learning Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Minnesota offering preschool or early learning, youth, or community programs can apply for US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support their work. Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation supports education, cultural institutions, health facilities, environmental and wildlife efforts, and other community-based services across the U.S., which may include Head Start and similar early childhood initiatives.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Minnesota Community Programs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides Minnesota nonprofits with funding for basic needs, community vitality, and volunteer-driven programs. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations serving U.S. clients can apply for support in areas like hunger relief, shelters, financial literacy, workforce readiness, and community development, with priority for strong Ameriprise volunteer engagement.
Ameriprise Financial
Minnesota Education Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Minnesota early education and preschool organizations can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation for projects in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental work. Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits, primarily in the U.S., can request US $5,000 - US $25,000 for one year of program support, including early learning initiatives.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Early Childhood and Family Support Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving quality of life for underserved children and families can seek project, operating, or capital support for early childhood development, health, and family services. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports U.S. community-based organizations in O’Reilly Auto Parts service areas, including programs around literacy, health and social services, economic stability, and disaster relief that may complement Head Start-style initiatives.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Minnesota Youth Services Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Minnesota serving youth and families through education, housing, food security, or environmental programs can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000. Early learning and Head Start-style initiatives that foster character, leadership, and academic success in underserved children may be eligible.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Minnesota with strong, replicable community partnerships addressing significant social issues can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. This U.S.-wide recognition honors collaborations among public, private, and social sector partners, which may include early learning or preschool initiatives that model effective, scalable approaches to serving communities.
Mutual Of America Foundation