Vibrant & Equitable Communities Grants
The McKnight Foundation’s Vibrant & Equitable Communities Grants fund projects advancing equity, economic mobility, community wealth, housing justice, and democratic participation across Minnesota.
Funder: McKnight Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (paused May 2–mid-June 2026 for system update)
Funding Amounts: Typical grants range from $10,000–$250,000 per year; operating and project support available; most awards are one-year but multi-year funding is possible.
Summary: Supports organizations advancing equity and vibrancy in Minnesota, focusing on housing, job quality, capital access, asset building, and democratic participation.
Key Information: Applications paused May 2–mid-June 2026 due to new grants management system launch.
Description
The McKnight Foundation's Vibrant & Equitable Communities Grants support nonprofit and select government organizations working to advance a more vibrant, equitable Minnesota. The program invests in systemic change and community power through strategies focused on accelerating economic mobility, building community wealth, cultivating a fair and just housing system, and strengthening democratic participation. Grants are intended to support projects and organizations that address housing, job quality, capital access, asset building, and participation in democratic processes. The Foundation prioritizes work that advances racial and cultural equity and seeks to make an impact statewide, including both metro and Greater Minnesota communities.
