[Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation](https://spmcf.org)

Summer 2026 (Program details available) | Late 2026 (Applications accepted)

Multi-year grant support; specific amounts not yet announced.

Supports organizations advancing BIPOC leadership in Minnesota’s East Metro region through multi-year grants.

More details on eligibility, funding, and application process will be released in summer 2026.

--- ## Description The BIPOC Leadership Grant Program, offered by the F. R. Bigelow Foundation in partnership with the Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation, is designed to provide multi-year grant support to organizations, programs, and initiatives dedicated to advancing the leadership of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) in Minnesota’s East Metro region. Building on nearly a decade of investment in BIPOC leadership, including partnerships such as LinkingLeaders, the program will expand in 2026 to invite new applicants who are committed to fostering BIPOC leadership development. --- ## Due Dates - Program details will be available in summer 2026. - Applications will be accepted beginning in late 2026. _All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates._ --- ## Funding Amount - The program offers multi-year grant support. - Specific funding amounts and duration have not yet been announced; details will be provided in summer 2026. --- ## Eligibility - Intended for organizations, programs, and initiatives working to advance BIPOC leadership in the East Metro region of Minnesota. - More detailed eligibility criteria will be announced in summer 2026. - Nonprofit status is typically required for F. R. Bigelow Foundation grants; organizations using a fiscal sponsor may also be eligible. --- ## Application Process - Review the program guidelines once available in summer 2026. - Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact the Grants Team prior to applying to ensure fit. - Most applicants will be required to register and apply through the [GranteeView portal](https://spmf.iphiview.com/spmf/GranteeView). - Application instructions and required materials will be provided with the program launch. --- ## Additional Information - For updates, applicants should monitor the [BIPOC Leadership Grant Program page](https://frbigelow.org/grants/bipoc-leadership-grant-program). - Information sessions and grant resources will be made available as the program launch approaches. - Early engagement with the Grants Team is encouraged to clarify eligibility and application requirements. --- ## External Links - [BIPOC Leadership Grant Program Overview](https://frbigelow.org/grants/bipoc-leadership-grant-program) - [F. R. Bigelow Foundation Grant Opportunities](https://frbigelow.org/grants/) - [Grant Application Resources](https://frbigelow.org/grant-resources/) - [GranteeView Application Portal](https://spmf.iphiview.com/spmf/GranteeView) - [Contact the Grants Team](https://frbigelow.org/grants-team/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |----------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [info@spmcf.org](mailto:info@spmcf.org) · 651.224.5463 | | Technical Support | [grantsadmin@spmcf.org](mailto:grantsadmin@spmcf.org) | | Grants Team | [Contact the Grants Team](https://frbigelow.org/grants-team/)|

BIPOC Leadership Grant Program

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