Building Better Lives Grants
Building Better Lives grants fund projects in Northwest Minnesota to strengthen communities, promote wellness, advance economic mobility, and build nonprofit capacity.
Funder: Northwest Minnesota Foundation
Due Dates: July 27, 2026 | November 30, 2026 | March 30, 2027
Funding Amounts: Typical awards $5,000–$15,000 for one year; up to $80,000 available per cycle
Summary: Supports projects in Northwest Minnesota that strengthen communities, promote wellness, economic mobility, and nonprofit growth.
Description
Building Better Lives grants, offered three times a year by the Northwest Minnesota Foundation, are designed to empower communities and individuals—especially those facing barriers to opportunity—across Northwest Minnesota. The program invests in efforts that strengthen local economies, expand access to resources, foster civic engagement, and create pathways to stability and growth. Funding priorities include strengthening families, supporting mental and physical health, cultivating welcoming communities, advancing economic mobility and workforce development, and building nonprofit capacity.
