US Bancorp Foundation Grants for Minnesota Communities
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, affordable housing, or community arts and culture can seek funding to strengthen local communities. Focused on community development, US Bancorp Foundation invites organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color, to apply through its Community Possible Grant Program.
US Bancorp Foundation
Minnesota Community Services Funding via Costco Foundation
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can access funding via Costco Foundation for monetary program needs. Grants may benefit organizations whose energy efficiency or conservation projects are part of broader community services. Applications are reviewed in 4–6 weeks and evaluated on community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and financial sustainability.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human and social service approaches, including those in Minnesota, can seek support for new solutions to social problems through the Creag Foundation. Grants from Creag Foundation help smaller or evolving organizations test or expand creative programs, which may include energy efficiency or conservation efforts that address community needs.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth can seek funding for health, education, development, and welfare programs, including environmental education and clean air and water initiatives, in Minnesota and beyond. The Dan Paul Foundation supports projects such as child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, refugee enrichment, and related workshops, scholarships, and scientific endeavors, with awards up to US $15,000.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Energy Innovation Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage nonprofit and impact-first social enterprises in Minnesota and globally working on scalable social or environmental solutions, including energy efficiency and conservation, can apply for support from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation. Eligible organizations receive up to US $300,000 over three years plus intensive capacity-building and community connections to help scale impact for underserved communities.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
State Farm Foundation Community Safety Grants in Minnesota
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits, educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives that may include energy efficiency or conservation components. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support projects like home and auto safety, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization, financial literacy, and K-12 and higher education programs.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Minnesota Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit cultural institutions in Minnesota and across the U.S. that provide arts or science programming for broad audiences can apply for William Randolph Hearst Foundation’s Culture Grant; awards More than US $100,000 for program, capital, and limited general or endowment support. Organizations must be U.S.-based 501(c)(3)s with audited expenses above $2 million.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Community Grants in Minnesota
Minnesota nonprofits and other charitable organizations working in health, education, or community services can seek funding for programs such as food pantries, healthcare access, STEM education, and preventative health. Focused on community well-being, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites eligible U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations to apply; energy efficiency projects may fit if they support these priority areas.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Minnesota Community Development Funding via PNC Foundation
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on early childhood education or community economic development can access funding through PNC Foundation to support programs serving low- and moderate-income families. Grants may back early learning, job training, small business support, affordable housing, arts and culture, or neighborhood revitalization in Minnesota communities where PNC has a significant presence.
PNC Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Charitable organizations in Minnesota and worldwide seeking support for humanitarian, education, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects can apply for funding from La Roche. Grants from La Roche help nonprofits deliver sustainable development initiatives, youth science education, community and environmental projects, and cultural programming, which may benefit organizations whose broader work includes energy efficiency or conservation efforts.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Minnesota
Minnesota nonprofits and community organizations focused on health, education, or humanitarian aid can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation to serve marginalized and vulnerable populations. Programs such as healthcare access, child welfare, women’s services, disaster relief, and social services may be eligible, including initiatives that incorporate energy efficiency within health or community facilities.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Minnesota Nonprofits
Minnesota 501(c)(3) charitable, scientific, medical, and educational organizations can apply for funding to support programs serving people in the U.S. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help nonprofits with broadly beneficial services, and Minnesota organizations working on energy efficiency and conservation within these fields may be eligible if they meet IRS and tax-exemption requirements.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community development, basic needs, workforce training, arts, environment, or diversity initiatives can apply for sponsorship funding; awards may also support programs with energy efficiency components. Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s regional U.S. sponsorships back projects that advance economic mobility and social progress in low- and moderate-income communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Grants to support disadvantaged and disaster-affected people are available to smaller nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation, including organizations in Minnesota. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help human and social service organizations worldwide become more effective and self-reliant, with awards ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000 for mission-aligned, non-sectarian programs.
Gupta Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Storytelling Grants in Minnesota
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits in Minnesota can seek funding to tell impactful stories about their preservation, education, or wellness work. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports projects such as environmental conservation, historic preservation, mental health, and outdoor recreation storytelling, with awards of More than US $50,000 available to amplify community impact.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Insperity Grants for Minnesota Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events may be eligible for grants or event sponsorships, including those working on energy efficiency efforts. Insperity supports organizations in Hennepin County that engage its employees, are clients, or serve communities where employees live and work, with one grant or sponsorship request allowed per year.
Insperity
Minnesota Community Programs Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Minnesota seeking support for community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can apply for funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. This national funder provides grants that may benefit nonprofits working on energy efficiency and conservation as part of their broader environmental or community-focused initiatives.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
TJX Foundation Grants for Minnesota Basic Needs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits 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. TJX Foundation supports organizations that help vulnerable families and children build better futures; groups with energy-efficiency-related programming may be eligible if they meet these priorities.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Environmental and Human Services Grants from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries seeking support for environmental, human services, or related community programs can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000 from the Lawrence Foundation. Minnesota organizations working on energy efficiency or broader conservation efforts may be eligible for unrestricted program or operating support, including reasonable indirect costs.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
U.S. nonprofit organizations, including those in Minnesota, can apply for US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community programs such as cultural institutions, education, health facilities, and environmental or wildlife activities. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation favors projects where modest funding can significantly strengthen services, which may benefit nonprofits integrating energy efficiency into broader community or facility initiatives.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Minnesota Basic Needs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing hunger, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, community development, or cultural enrichment can seek Ameriprise Community Grants to support their programs. With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides U.S.-based organizations with funding, prioritizing those engaging Ameriprise employee or advisor volunteers and those located in key employee center communities such as Minneapolis.
Ameriprise Financial
Minnesota Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Minnesota nonprofits working on education, health, social services, civic, cultural, environmental, or community programs can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation, with awards ranging from US $5,000 - US $25,000. 501(c)(3) organizations, including those with energy efficiency or conservation initiatives, may apply during the annual October 1–March 1 grant cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Union Pacific Foundation Support for Community Sustainability
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Minnesota nonprofits and 501(c)(3) emergency response or community organizations can seek US $5,000 - US $30,000 for safety, workforce development, community vitality, and environmental sustainability projects. Local programs in Union Pacific–served communities that advance conservation, environmental stewardship, or sustainable practices, including energy efficiency efforts, may be eligible through the Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Giving Program.
Union Pacific Foundation
Minnesota Community Programs Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Minnesota working on youth development, food security, housing, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Programs that incorporate energy efficiency, conservation, or environmental education within these community-focused efforts may be especially competitive.
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 can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, which honors collaborative efforts addressing significant social issues. Selected U.S. nonprofits demonstrating exemplary cross-sector leadership and measurable community impact may be recognized through one of several annual awards.
Mutual Of America Foundation