CommunityGiving is accepting applications for the Central Minnesota Response and Recovery Grants Program.

They understand and share the concerns of their communities, their donors, volunteers, staff and their families as the COVID-19 pandemic has deeply affected organizations and the people they serve. The purpose of the response and recovery fund is to support efforts of financial resiliency and recovery as organizations transition to serving their core mission in serving their communities. 

Focus Areas

• Operating support for organizations with proven economic loss as a result of the declared disaster (COVID-19) with documented reduction in revenues.
• Eligible organizations are limited to those who were financially stable prior to COVID-19 as indicated on financial statements.
• A high value is placed on their community partners to maintain a strong, viable community; therefore, it is our desire to support requests that are committed to remain in service over the next year as described in the applicant’s projected financials and/or sustainability plan.
• Grant considerations are favorable for organizations that are committed to diversity, inclusion and equity and supporting vulnerable populations within the geographic focus area.

Funding Information

Funding Amount Range: Generally up to $5,000

What they Fund?

Eligible Organizations:

• 501(c)3 Nonprofit Organizations
• Schools
• Government entities

Geographic Area

Grant must serve residents of: 

• Benton County;
• Stearns County;
• And/or Sherburne County

For more information, visit CommunityGiving.