Grant Application Portal

 

COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANTS

On a rolling basis, the Mankato Area Foundation (MAF) makes grants in response to applications received from nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies. MAF funds projects and programs aimed at strengthening our region, improving lives, and fueling growth or change. Learn more

HICKORYTECH FUND

The HickoryTech Fund supports local initiatives and critical community needs across Southern Minnesota. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Learn more

EIDE BAILLY FUND

The mission of the Eide Bailly Fund is to be connected to the communities they serve and strengthen those communities with impactful giving in support of youth financial literacy; food insecurity; diversity, equity and inclusion; and community initiatives. Learn more

HOCKEY DAY MINNESOTA (HDM) 2022 GROW THE GAME FUND

Through the support of this community, the event’s generous sponsors and Maverick hockey fans, proceeds raised from the event will be awarded as grants to grow the game of hockey in the Greater Mankato Area. Learn more

MINNESOTA RIVER BUILDER'S ASSOCIATION (MRBA) BUILDING OUR FUTURE FUND

The MRBA Building Our Future Grant Fund provides an opportunity for schools in a designated area to apply for funding to support education focused on trades and the construction industry. Learn more

DONOR ADVISED GRANTS

Many of our grants to area nonprofit organizations are made through Donor Advised Funds that are established by individuals, families or organizations who wish to give back to the causes they care about. Though the Foundation may make donors aware of worthy grant opportunities, Donor Advised Funds do not accept applications directly.

Other regional funding opportunities and nonprofit resources

TAYLOR FAMILY FARMS FOUNDATION

The Taylor Family Farms Foundation, created with a gift from Glen Taylor, supports and enhances rural communities in southern Minnesota and northern Iowa. Learn more.
 

Additional funding opportunities and nonprofit resources

 

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