Fund For Safe Communities
The Fund for Safe Communities supports BIPOC-led, community-driven initiatives in Minneapolis to prevent violence, foster healing, and address systemic inequities through direct service, advocacy, and innovative programming.
Funder: Minneapolis Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical grants range from $15,000–$30,000 for 12 months; total pool $300,000–$500,000; ~20–25 grants awarded per cycle.
Summary: Supports community-based efforts to prevent violence, promote healing, and address systemic inequities in Minneapolis neighborhoods.
Key Information: Prioritizes BIPOC-led organizations and those serving Minneapolis youth and young adults.
Description
The Fund for Safe Communities, established by the Minneapolis Foundation, funds direct service programs, advocacy, communication, and organizing initiatives aimed at preventing violence and fostering healing in Minneapolis. The fund is especially focused on supporting community-based organizations led by or serving Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), and those addressing the needs of diverse Minneapolis neighborhoods. It prioritizes projects that prevent community violence, address systemic inequities, reform the criminal justice system, and support healing for individuals and communities affected by tragedy, with a strong emphasis on leadership by emerging and young leaders.
