Funds collaborative, equity-driven systems change initiatives in Minnesota’s East Metro that address root causes of community inequity through research, advocacy, organizing, and community-led solutions.
Community Sharing Fund supports individuals and families facing financial crises, funding emergency housing, utilities and other essential expenses to resolve short-term setbacks in three Minnesota counties.
Minnesota Community IDEAS Grant Program supports Minnesota organizations in designing, testing and spreading community-led ideas that address root causes and create lasting, equitable change.
The Democracy Grant Program funds Minnesota-based projects that build civic infrastructure, leadership, and narrative power to advance social justice and strengthen long-term democratic engagement.
Our Home State Capital & Reserve Grant Program supports organizations and programs in the East Metro and Greater Minnesota with multi-year funding to ensure affordable housing access or housing stability.