Reimagine Education
This grant funds equity-focused research and initiatives to improve K-12 education outcomes in Minneapolis, supporting systemic change, educator development, and community engagement.
Funder: Minneapolis Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 | December 2026
Funding Amounts: $1M–$1.2M total to 25–30 orgs; typical grant $25,000–$75,000; average ~$40,000; 12-month project period
Summary: Supports community-driven, equity-focused initiatives and research to improve K-12 education outcomes in Minneapolis and surrounding areas.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity—dates and details may shift; check the program page for updates.
Description
This Minneapolis Foundation initiative funds efforts to drive systemic change and promote equity in K-12 education, particularly in Minneapolis and its inner-ring suburbs. The program supports projects that elevate student and community voices, empower youth, provide resources and professional development for educators, and advocate for policies that address systemic inequities. Grants are intended for efforts such as implementing evidence-based literacy strategies, building culturally responsive and inclusive schools, supporting student mental health, and engaging families and communities in school decision-making. The Foundation also invests in research, convenes learning collectives, and forges partnerships to advance educational equity.
