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Best Nobles County Grants for Nonprofits in Minnesota

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Last updated: October 5, 2026. Next update: November 1, 2026.

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Unspecified amount

Nobles County Youth Services Funding via Costco Foundation

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Nobles County, Minnesota focusing on children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary support for community programs. Costco Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with grants evaluated on documented community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, diversified funding, and sound project and operating budgets, with requests typically reviewed within 4–6 weeks.
Costco Wholesale Corporation

Unspecified amount

Creag Foundation Grants for Nobles County Nonprofits

Rolling deadline
Creag Foundation provides Nobles County, Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits with funding for innovative human and social services and other approaches to current social problems. Eligible organizations must have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and be developing new ways to address existing or previously unaddressed societal issues.
Creag Foundation

Up to US $15,000

Dan Paul Foundation Youth Grants in Nobles County

Rolling deadline
Grants from The Dan Paul Foundation help Nobles County, Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits fund programs supporting the health, education, development, and welfare of youth worldwide. Organizations working with children and youth on issues like early childhood development, homelessness, poverty, clean air and water, or refugee enrichment can apply for awards up to US $15,000.
The Dan Paul Foundation

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Up to US $300,000

Nobles County Social Impact Funding via Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation

Rolling deadline
Nobles County, Minnesota nonprofits and impact-first, mission-driven for-profits tackling major social or environmental challenges can access funding through the Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, with awards up to US $300,000. Early-stage, scalable organizations serving underserved communities and operating with measurable impact and sustainable revenue models may be competitive candidates.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation

Up to US $100,000

Cisco Systems Foundation Support for Tech Solutions

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in Nobles County, Minnesota may be eligible for Global Impact Cash Grants up to US $100,000. Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, early-stage, tech-enabled solutions serving mostly economically underserved communities, with applications accepted year-round via an initial Letter of Inquiry.
Cisco Systems Foundation

Unspecified amount

Community Safety and Development Grants from State Farm

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies in Nobles County, Minnesota can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. With a mission to build safer, stronger, better-educated communities, State Farm Companies Foundation supports projects like disaster preparedness, affordable housing, financial literacy, job training, and K–12 or higher education programs.
State Farm Companies Foundation

More than US $100,000

Hearst Foundation Grants for Nobles County Nonprofits

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing direct social services and poverty alleviation programs in Nobles County, Minnesota can seek more than US $100,000 to support program, capital, or general operations. The William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes large, U.S.-based organizations addressing affordable housing, food access, economic development, job training, reentry, youth development, and related services with proven, scalable impact.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation

Unspecified amount

Labcorp Charitable Foundation Support for Community Health

Rolling deadline
Focused on health, education, and community needs, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites Nobles County, Minnesota nonprofits to seek support for programs like food pantries, healthcare access, and STEM education. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations or those with charitable equivalency may benefit from grants reviewed twice yearly, in March and September.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation

Unspecified amount

Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Education

Rolling deadline
Nonprofits and social enterprises working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability in Nobles County, Minnesota may be eligible for large-scale project or scaling support over US $50,000. With a mission to expand opportunity for children in urban poverty, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides funding in the U.S., India, and South Africa for impactful, values-aligned programs.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation

Unspecified amount

Community and Education Funding from Roche

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit organizations and accredited charities in Nobles County, Minnesota can seek support for humanitarian, social, science education, community, environmental, and contemporary arts projects; awards are managed through Roche affiliate offices. With a mission to support sustainable, high-quality initiatives, Roche provides global nonprofits with philanthropic funding that engages employees and local partners while operating within a single country.
La Roche, Inc.

Unspecified amount

Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Minnesota

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit organizations focused on health, education, or humanitarian aid may be eligible for support that can benefit work in Nobles County, Minnesota. With a mission to empower marginalized communities worldwide, Semnani Family Foundation provides funding for health care access, disaster relief, women and children’s services, literacy, and other human and social services programs.
Semnani Family Foundation

Unspecified amount

Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Education

Rolling deadline
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in education, science, health, medicine, or other charitable fields can receive funding for programs serving communities, including Nobles County, Minnesota. Sidney Stern Memorial Trust supports tax-exempt organizations whose well-managed services have broad impact and materially advance the general welfare within the U.S.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust

Unspecified amount

The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program

Rolling deadline
The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program aims to enhance economic mobility and social progress in low- and moderate-income communities through partnerships with nonprofit organizations. This initiative focuses on critical areas such as workforce education, basic needs like food and housing, and community development. The Foundation invested $350 million last year and encourages employee volunteerism and giving, supporting nonprofits in various sectors, including arts, culture, and diversity initiatives.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc

Unspecified amount

Robinson Foundation Support for Southern Nonprofits

Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving communities in the Southern U.S. can seek funding for programs in areas like poverty relief, education, health, disaster relief, and support for children, families, veterans, and animals. Grants from Robinson Foundation help eligible, fiscally responsible groups create tangible, meaningful impact; Nobles County, Minnesota organizations may not meet the regional criteria.
Robinson Foundation

Up to US $10,000

Arts Project Funding for Nonprofits from Southwest Minnesota Arts Council

Applications due Oct 22, 2026
Nobles County, Minnesota nonprofit organizations and public entities planning community arts projects can access funding through Southwest Minnesota Arts Council, with awards up to US $10,000. Eligible projects include performances, exhibits, readings, arts classes outside schools, public art, and arts festivals that are open and accessible to the public within the SW MN Arts Council service region.
Southwest Minnesota Arts Council

Unspecified amount

Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants Overview

Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Nobles County, Minnesota may seek grants from the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation for projects that advance community services, environmental stewardship, or peacebuilding. Funding supports initiatives that improve quality of life, foster positive social impact, and promote long-term, sustainable benefits for local residents and communities.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc

Unspecified amount

TJX Foundation Grants for Nobles County Nonprofits

Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Nobles County, Minnesota located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. With a mission to help vulnerable families and children build better futures, TJX Foundation provides invitation-only grants after an eligibility questionnaire and letter of inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc

US $5,000 - US $10,000

Lawrence Foundation Grant

Applications due Nov 1, 2026
The Lawrence Foundation is a private family foundation established in 2000, dedicated to granting funds for environmental and human services causes. Eligible organizations include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and public schools, with grants typically ranging from $5,000 to $10,000. The foundation supports unrestricted grants for various projects, including disaster relief and environmental programs, but does not fund individuals or for-profit entities. Applications are evaluated based on alignment with the foundation's priorities.
Lawrence Foundation

US $1,000 - US $20,000

Nobles County Nonprofit Funding via Dreyfus Foundation

Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Nobles County, Minnesota seeking project or program support can apply for grants of US $1,000 - US $20,000. With a mission to help smaller efforts where modest funding has big impact, Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation supports museums, arts, education, health, environmental, youth, senior, disability, and other community-based programs across the U.S.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation

Unspecified amount

Ameriprise Financial Community Grants in Minnesota

Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nobles County, Minnesota nonprofits addressing basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes can access funding through Ameriprise Financial to support hunger relief, shelter, economic development, arts access, and adult self-sufficiency programs. Eligible applicants are U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with measurable outcomes, financial stability, and alignment with at least one of Ameriprise’s three focus areas.
Ameriprise Financial

Up to US $10,000

Arts Equipment Grants for Minnesota Nonprofits from Southwest Minnesota Arts Council

Applications due Jan 29, 2027
Nonprofit arts organizations and government units in Nobles County, Minnesota can apply for Southwest Minnesota Arts Council’s Equipment & Facilities Improvement Grants; awards Up to US $10,000 for equipment purchases and facility upgrades that expand arts capacity. Non-arts nonprofits may also be eligible if projects directly support community arts needs.
Southwest Minnesota Arts Council

US $5,000 - US $25,000

Dr. Scholl Foundation Grants

Letter of inquiry due Feb 1, 2027
The Dr. Scholl Foundation offers grants annually to IRS 501(c)(3) organizations, primarily focusing on U.S. applicants. The foundation supports projects in education, social services, healthcare, civic and cultural initiatives, and environmental efforts. While the grant cycle runs from October 1 to March 1, it encourages innovative solutions to global challenges. Only one application per organization is accepted each year, and funding is limited to one year. Unqualified organizations, including political entities, are ineligible.
Dr Scholl Foundation

More than US $50,000

Jesse W Couch Foundation Grants for Storytelling

Letter of inquiry due Mar 27, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits seeking support to tell impact stories can apply for more than US $50,000 in storytelling funding, including those in Nobles County, Minnesota. With a mission to support preservation, education, and wellness, Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation provides media and storytelling resources to highlight transformational community work.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation

Unspecified amount

O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grant

Applications due Apr 15, 2027
The O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing community welfare through philanthropic initiatives that support economic stability, workforce development, health services, and disaster relief. Established in 2020, the Foundation seeks to empower underrepresented individuals and organizations in the U.S. by addressing vital community needs. It particularly aims to provide assistance to nonprofits that foster positive change and improve quality of life for those in need, ensuring a lasting impact in local communities.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc

US $5,000 - US $30,000

Union Pacific Foundation Grants for Minnesota Communities

Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nobles County, Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits can access funding through Union Pacific Foundation for safety, workforce development, community vitality, and environmental sustainability projects. Grants of US $5,000 - US $30,000 support direct services and capacity-building for programs primarily benefiting communities served by Union Pacific, with emphasis on diverse and underrepresented populations.
Union Pacific Foundation

Unspecified amount

Mutual of America Foundation Nonprofit Grants in Nobles County

Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Nobles County, Minnesota with exemplary cross-sector partnerships addressing significant social issues may be eligible for the Mutual of America Foundation Community Partnership Award. This national U.S. competition honors six partnerships each year for measurable community impact, replication potential, and innovative collaboration among public, private, and social sector leaders.
Mutual Of America Foundation

US $5,000 - US $250,000

Humanitarian Services Funding from Gupta Family Foundation

Applications due Jul 31, 2027
Nonprofit organizations addressing poverty, disability, or humanitarian needs can use this funding for programs that help disadvantaged people become self-reliant. Nobles County, Minnesota nonprofits working in eligible countries, including the U.S., may apply to Gupta Family Foundation for annual or multi-year grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000.
Gupta Family Foundation

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Last updated: October 5, 2026. Next update: November 1, 2026.

Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in Minnesota

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 Nobles 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 Nobles 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 Nobles 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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