Community Emergency Grant Program
Emergency grants for Food Access or Housing nonprofits in East Metro and Greater Minnesota to address urgent needs from disasters or critical repairs, prioritizing equity and community involvement.
Funder: Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (requests accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: $2,500–$20,000 per grant; total pool $250,000 for 2026; one-year grant period
Summary: One-time emergency grants for Food Access or Housing organizations in East Metro and Greater Minnesota facing urgent needs from disasters or unexpected repairs.
Key Information: Requests are accepted via email; no formal application portal required.
Description
This program provides rapid, one-time emergency funding to Food Access or Housing organizations serving low-income children, youth, families, or older adults in Minnesota's East Metro (Dakota, Ramsey, Washington counties) and Greater Minnesota. The grants are intended to address urgent, unexpected financial gaps resulting from natural or environmental disasters, or for critical, unforeseen maintenance and repairs to buildings, vehicles, technology, or equipment. The program prioritizes organizations advancing equity and involving those most affected in shaping and leading initiatives.
