Minnesota Education Funding via Costco Foundation
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can access funding through Costco Foundation for monetary program needs. The program prioritizes evidence-based initiatives with measurable outcomes and broad community support. Preschools operating as eligible nonprofits may be considered if their work fits these child-focused and educational priorities.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs, including those serving preschool-age children in Minnesota, may be eligible for support. Creag Foundation supports creative approaches across areas like health, community development, literacy, and safety, with a preference for smaller or evolving organizations; applications are by invitation following a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children’s health, education, development, and welfare can seek funding for youth-focused programs from the Dan Paul Foundation. Grants up to US $15,000 support early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, environmental education, and refugee enrichment, which may benefit Minnesota preschools and related youth initiatives.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Early-Stage Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit organizations developing scalable social or environmental solutions can receive up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation for capacity, capital, and community support. Minnesota preschool-focused organizations that meet DRK’s global criteria and operate in its priority geographies may be eligible if they serve underserved populations at meaningful scale.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
State Farm Foundation Education Grants in Minnesota
Minnesota preschools, educational institutions, and 501(c)(3) organizations can seek funding for safety, education, and community development programs that benefit young children and families. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support K–12 academic performance, STEM initiatives, college and career pathways, and community safety and revitalization efforts across the U.S., including Minnesota.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Minnesota Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit cultural institutions in Minnesota offering arts, science, or STEAM education programs for young people can apply for the William Randolph Hearst Foundation’s Culture Grant, with awards of more than US $100,000 for program or capital support. Large, well-established U.S. organizations, including museums, theaters, symphonies, and arts schools, may be eligible if they demonstrate broad, lasting impact.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Minnesota Early Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, schools, social enterprises, and other eligible organizations supporting early education for urban low‑income children in Minnesota can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, with awards of more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Programs must fit the foundation’s education priorities and operate in the U.S., India, or South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Minnesota Early Education Funding via PNC Foundation
Minnesota 501(c)(3) preschools and early childhood nonprofits can access funding for programs serving children from birth to age five, especially from low- to moderate-income families. PNC Foundation provides support for early learning, educator development, and family engagement in areas like math, science, reading, the arts, financial education, and social-emotional development in communities where PNC has a significant presence.
PNC Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Accredited charities running humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, or arts programs in Minnesota and worldwide can seek funding to support high-quality, sustainable projects. Grants from La Roche help organizations that can engage Roche expertise and employees, work with local partners, and deliver social or educational benefits that may include early childhood or preschool-related initiatives.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Minnesota
Minnesota preschools and early childhood organizations focused on health, education, or human services may be eligible for funding to support marginalized children and families. Minnesota education programs can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation, which supports global initiatives in health, literacy, and humanitarian aid, including work in the U.S.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Minnesota Education
Minnesota 501(c)(3) educational, scientific, medical, and other charitable organizations can seek funding for programs serving U.S. communities. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help nonprofits with broadly impactful services, which may include preschool or early childhood initiatives, provided all funded activities occur within the U.S. and the organization meets federal and applicable California tax-exempt requirements.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community development, basic needs, education, or cultural programming can apply for sponsorship funding to advance economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Foundation supports efforts such as preserving neighborhoods, workforce education, hunger and shelter services, arts and culture, environmental initiatives, and diversity and inclusion programs across U.S. communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Jesse W Couch Foundation Education Grants in Minnesota
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Preschool and early childhood education 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations in Minnesota can seek storytelling project support to highlight their impact. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant funds organizations working in preservation, education, or wellness, with awards of More than US $50,000 that help communicate real-world community change.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Education
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
501(c)(3) organizations serving children, families, education, or poverty relief in the Southern U.S. can seek program funding that creates tangible, meaningful impact. Robinson Foundation supports nonprofits active for at least three years with single-year grants; Minnesota preschools with Southern service sites may be eligible if they meet these criteria.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for Minnesota Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking community services funding or event sponsorships may be eligible, especially if they are Insperity clients, engage Insperity employees, or serve communities where employees live and work. Insperity supports community-focused programs in Hennepin County, including philanthropic grants and fundraising event sponsorships for approved charities.
Insperity
Minnesota Community Services Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations working in community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. This national funder supports charitable initiatives that respect people, life, and the environment, so preschools with qualifying nonprofit status and related programming may be eligible.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
TJX Foundation Grants for Minnesota Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting basic needs, out-of-school enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety for vulnerable children and youth may be eligible for funding if located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office. The TJX Foundation invites aligned organizations to complete an eligibility questionnaire and, if approved, submit a letter of inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Community and Environment Grants for Nonprofits from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries seeking support for environmental or human services work in Minnesota can apply for Lawrence Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help fund general operating or program/project needs, and preschool programs housed within eligible organizations may be considered if they fit these priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Early Education Funding for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit preschools and early education programs in Minnesota can apply for US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support educational and community-based services. Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation supports museums, cultural and performing arts programs, schools, hospitals, youth and senior services, disability programs, environmental and wildlife activities, and other community organizations across the U.S., including early learning initiatives.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Minnesota Community Programs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits with funding for basic needs, community vitality, and volunteer-driven programs. U.S.-based organizations serving Minnesota with work in hunger relief, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, community development, or cultural enrichment may be eligible, with priority given where Ameriprise volunteers are actively engaged.
Ameriprise Financial
Minnesota Education Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Minnesota preschools and other 501(c)(3) education organizations can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation for programs that improve learning and child and family services. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 support education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, and environmental initiatives, with one-year awards and one application per organization each grant cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Minnesota Department of Agriculture Support for Urban Agriculture
Applications due Feb 26, 2027
Preschools, schools, nonprofits, local governments, for-profits, and tribal communities in Minnesota can fund urban agriculture youth education and community development projects through this program, with awards of US $5,000 - US $75,000. With a mission to strengthen the state’s agricultural economy, Minnesota Department of Agriculture provides support for equipment, capital improvements, staff time, transportation, and translation costs.
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving underserved children and families in Minnesota with early childhood development, literacy, health, or basic-needs programs may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support; the O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports U.S. community-based charities near its stores. Preschools with qualifying programs that benefit their local community can apply.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Minnesota 501(c)(3) public charities running safety, workforce development, community vitality, or environmental sustainability programs can access funding through Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, with awards from US $5,000 - US $30,000. Preschools and early childhood organizations with eligible 501(c)(3) structures may apply if their projects primarily benefit a Minnesota community served by Union Pacific.
Union Pacific Foundation
Minnesota Youth Programs Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) preschools and early childhood organizations in Minnesota working with underserved children and families can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000 for youth education, leadership, housing, food security, and environmental stewardship programs; organizations in Canada, Puerto Rico, the U.S., and select countries are eligible.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Minnesota with strong, collaborative community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, which honors exemplary cross-sector initiatives. Programs that demonstrate measurable community impact, effective public–private collaboration, and potential for replication or scaling may be recognized through several annual awards in this U.S.-wide competition.
Mutual Of America Foundation