US Bancorp Foundation Grants for Minnesota Communities
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture can seek funding that supports community development projects. Focused on equitable, high-impact initiatives, US Bancorp Foundation prioritizes organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities and those led by people of color; recycling-related workforce or community projects may be eligible.
US Bancorp Foundation
Minnesota Youth and Health Funding via Costco Foundation
Minnesota nonprofits focused on children, education, or health and human services can access funding via Costco Foundation for monetary support of community programs. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations requesting cash support only. Programs that demonstrate measurable outcomes and strong community collaboration may be especially competitive for these U.S.-wide charitable contributions.
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 in Minnesota, can seek support for new or unaddressed social issues. Creag Foundation considers invited proposals from smaller or evolving organizations across areas like community development, health, environment, and public safety, which may include recycling-related initiatives.
Creag Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage, independent nonprofit and impact-first for-profit organizations tackling urgent social or environmental problems can access up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation. Focused on bold, scalable solutions, DRK invites Minnesota recycling and sustainability ventures that serve underserved communities and can grow to reach at least 10,000 people within five years.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Minnesota Innovation
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology to tackle critical social challenges in Minnesota can seek up to US $100,000 for innovative, early-stage programs. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help organizations serving mostly economically underserved communities advance crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience, which may include tech-enabled recycling or circular economy initiatives.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Community Safety Grants in Minnesota
Minnesota educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can seek funding to support safety, education, and community development initiatives. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help organizations improve auto and home safety, disaster preparedness and recovery, affordable housing, job training, financial literacy, and K–16 education across the U.S.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Minnesota Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit cultural institutions in Minnesota and across the U.S. can apply for the Hearst Foundation’s Culture Grant, which awards more than US $100,000 for arts and science programming. Eligible 501(c)(3)s with audited expenses over $2 million may receive program, capital, or limited general support, including arts education and STEAM initiatives that may complement recycling or sustainability-focused curricula.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Community Grants in Minnesota
Minnesota nonprofits and other tax-exempt organizations can seek funding for health, education, and community initiatives that improve local well-being. Focused on community support, the Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites applicants to propose projects such as food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM programming, and healthy lifestyle initiatives; requests are reviewed in March and September.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Minnesota Youth Poverty Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Organizations working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability for urban low‑income youth in Minnesota and other eligible areas can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds qualified nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public entities in the U.S., India, and South Africa that meet its mission and values.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Minnesota Community Development Funding via PNC Foundation
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on early childhood education or community and economic development can access funding through PNC Foundation to expand programs serving low- and moderate-income residents. Grants may support education, housing stability, small business support, workforce readiness, arts and cultural enrichment, and neighborhood revitalization in communities where PNC has a significant presence.
PNC Foundation
Roche Support for Global Environmental Programs
Environmental and community-focused charities in Minnesota and worldwide can access funding for humanitarian, education, environmental, and contemporary arts projects that promote sustainable development. Grants from Roche help organizations whose programs are managed by accredited charities and can actively engage Roche expertise, logistics, and employees; Minnesota recycling and environmental education initiatives may be eligible.
La Roche, Inc.
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Minnesota working on community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, environment, or diversity initiatives can seek sponsorship support that advances economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Foundation’s regional U.S. sponsorships may benefit recycling or environmental programs that help preserve neighborhoods and strengthen low- and moderate-income communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants, with awards from US $5,000 - US $250,000. U.S.-based 501(c)(3)s and qualifying foreign entities, including those in Minnesota, may be eligible if they focus on poverty, disability, disaster relief, or related human and social services.
Gupta Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Waste Grants in Minnesota
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations seeking to reduce food waste and improve waste management can use this grant to fund storytelling about their impact. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports waste management and related environmental conservation efforts across the U.S.; awards are typically more than US $50,000.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Programs
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
501(c)(3) organizations active for over three years and serving communities south of the Mason-Dixon line can seek funding for programmatic work in areas like poverty relief, education, disaster relief, and conservation. Robinson Foundation supports initiatives that deliver tangible, meaningful impact; Minnesota recycling or environmental projects 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 support for community services or fundraising events may be eligible for grants or event sponsorships, provided they engage Insperity employees, are Insperity clients, or serve communities where employees live and work. Insperity supports philanthropic grants and event sponsorships to help approved charities meet financial and service goals.
Insperity
TJX Foundation Grants for Minnesota Basic Needs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting basic needs, at-risk youth, or domestic violence services can seek program funding if located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office. The TJX Foundation supports vulnerable families and children through grants for food, clothing, shelter, out-of-school enrichment, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Minnesota and across the U.S. can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community-based programs and facilities, including education, arts, health, and environmental initiatives. Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation funding may benefit recycling or environmental projects that fit its priorities and where modest awards can make a significant impact.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Minnesota Community Development
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides Minnesota nonprofits working on basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes with grant support. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S. must align with priorities like hunger relief, shelter and supportive housing, financial literacy, workforce readiness, or neighborhood and economic development, with preference for areas near Ameriprise employee centers such as Minneapolis.
Ameriprise Financial
Minnesota Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Minnesota nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status working on education, social services, health care, civic, cultural, environmental, or community programs can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 support one-year projects, which may include recycling-related initiatives that fit within these broad program areas.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Recycling and Sustainability Funding from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Applications due Mar 24, 2027
Minnesota organizations planning environmental projects in recycling, waste reduction, or related sustainability areas can host a Minnesota GreenCorps AmeriCorps member to advance their work. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency places full-time members for 11 months to support projects like waste sorting, recycling education, and other initiatives that build community resilience statewide.
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Minnesota nonprofits improving economic stability, workforce readiness, health, or disaster relief can seek grants supporting community-focused programs and services. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation funds U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations in O’Reilly Auto Parts communities for project, general operating, or capital support, which may benefit recycling-related initiatives that advance quality of life for underserved residents.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Support for Recycling
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Minnesota recycling and environmental nonprofits can access funding through Union Pacific Foundation for projects that reduce waste, promote recycling and circularity, and build environmental stewardship. 501(c)(3) public charities serving communities on the Union Pacific network may apply for US $5,000 - US $30,000 to advance environmental sustainability and related community programs.
Union Pacific Foundation
Minnesota Environmental Programs Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Minnesota working on youth, community, food security, or environmental stewardship programs can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants from US $30,000 - US $350,000. Projects that include recycling, greening, community beautification, or related environmental education may be especially competitive.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Grants for Minnesota Recycling
Applications due May 26, 2027
Recycling-focused organizations and Minnesota businesses can apply for funding to build long-term recycling market capacity in Minnesota, including using or processing recyclable materials into higher-value products. Focused on recycling, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency invites Minnesota recycling initiatives to seek US $50,000 - US $300,000, with a required 20% cash or in-kind match.
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Minnesota with strong, replicable community partnerships may be eligible for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, which honors collaborations addressing significant social issues. U.S. nonprofits leading equal public, private, or social sector partnerships that measurably improve communities, including recycling-related initiatives, can apply for recognition and support.
Mutual Of America Foundation