Minnesota Youth Services Funding via Costco Foundation
Minnesota youth-serving 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on children, education, or health and human services can access funding via Costco Foundation for monetary program support. Grants may benefit scouting organizations that provide youth development and leadership opportunities in communities where Costco operates. Applications are reviewed within 4–6 weeks based on community need, collaboration, and measurable outcomes.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or youth development programs, including those serving Scouts in Minnesota, can seek support for new approaches to social problems. Creag Foundation considers invited proposals from smaller or evolving organizations nationwide that are creatively addressing existing or previously unaddressed social issues through human and social services initiatives.
Creag Foundation
Youth Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit organizations tackling major social or environmental challenges can access funding and support from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, including in Minnesota. Focused on scalable, systems-level solutions for underserved communities, this opportunity offers up to US $300,000 plus intensive capacity-building and community for ventures ready to grow beyond the pilot stage.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Minnesota Youth
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience in Minnesota and worldwide can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help youth development and leadership initiatives, including scouting organizations, that primarily serve economically underserved communities and meet Cisco’s eligibility and overhead requirements.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Youth Safety Grants in Minnesota
Minnesota educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can seek funding for youth safety, education, and community development initiatives. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support programs in areas like community and public safety, youth academic success and STEM, job readiness, and neighborhood revitalization that may benefit scouting-focused organizations.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Minnesota Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Youth-serving 501(c)(3) cultural nonprofits in Minnesota with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for the Hearst Foundation’s Culture Grant, awarding more than US $100,000 for arts and science programming. Performing arts groups, museums, and arts education or STEAM initiatives that reach large audiences and demonstrate lasting impact may be competitive.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Community Grants in Minnesota
Minnesota youth and community-serving 501(c)(3) organizations can seek funding for health, education, or community initiatives that support young people’s development and leadership. Focused on health and welfare, education, and community, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites U.S.-based nonprofits to apply for support such as food pantries, STEM programming, and healthcare services for underserved populations.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Minnesota Youth Programs Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Youth development and leadership organizations in Minnesota working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability can seek project or scale-up funding over US $50,000. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation supports social enterprises and nonprofits serving urban low-income children and youth in the U.S., India, and South Africa, with limits on covering total project and operating budgets.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Roche Support for Global Youth Programs
Youth-serving accredited charities in Minnesota and worldwide can seek funding for humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, and contemporary arts projects that promote sustainable development. Grants from Roche help organizations engage local partners and employees, leverage Roche expertise and logistics, and deliver high-quality social, science education, and cultural initiatives that may benefit scouting-focused youth leadership efforts.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Minnesota
Minnesota youth development and leadership organizations serving marginalized communities can access funding through the Semnani Family Foundation to support health, education, and humanitarian programs. Nonprofits working on healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, or related services in the U.S. and abroad may be eligible for support that prioritizes society’s most vulnerable.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Minnesota Nonprofits
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Minnesota seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs may be eligible for this funding, which must be used in the U.S. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help youth development and leadership organizations, including scouting groups, that are well-managed and have broad, meaningful impact on their communities.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, housing, workforce development, community development, environment, arts, or inclusion can seek sponsorship support to strengthen youth and family programs. Bank of America Foundation supports initiatives that preserve neighborhoods, address hunger and emergency shelter, and build economic mobility, which may benefit scouting organizations focused on youth development and leadership.
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, including youth development and leadership programs in Minnesota, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $250,000. Grants support smaller, non-sectarian organizations worldwide, typically 501(c)(3)s or qualifying foreign entities, that direct at least 90% of funds to beneficiaries.
Gupta Family Foundation
Northland Foundation Youth Leadership Grants in Minnesota
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Youth groups and youth-serving organizations in northeastern Minnesota and Superior, Wisconsin can receive up to US $1,000 for youth-led projects that benefit schools, youth organizations, and communities. Grants from Northland Foundation help Minnesota youth development and leadership efforts where projects are planned and carried out by young people with adult advisor support and a nonprofit or fiscal sponsor.
Northland Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Youth
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Youth-serving 501(c)(3) organizations working on leadership, education, families, poverty relief, or related programs in the Southern U.S. can seek program funding that creates tangible, meaningful impact. Robinson Foundation supports youth development, family services, and other humanitarian efforts; Minnesota scouting organizations with eligible Southern-region programming may be able to apply.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for Minnesota Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Youth development and leadership nonprofits in Minnesota offering community services may be eligible for philanthropic grants or event sponsorships supporting their service goals. Insperity supports 501(c)(3) organizations connected to its employees, client base, or local communities; scouting organizations that meet these criteria can seek annual funding or sponsorship for programs and fundraising events.
Insperity
Minnesota Community Programs 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 apply for support to advance their programs. Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides Minnesota groups with flexible funding that may benefit scouting organizations focused on youth development, leadership, and service projects in their communities.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
TJX Foundation Grants for Minnesota Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving youth and vulnerable families with basic needs, academic enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety can seek program support if located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office. The TJX Foundation accepts letters of inquiry, with full applications by invitation for selected organizations, including scouting-related youth development programs.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Community and Environmental Grants for Nonprofits from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Minnesota seeking support for environmental or human services programs can apply for Lawrence Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help youth development and leadership programs as part of broader community or environmental initiatives, and may be used for program or general operating support.
Lawrence Foundation
Youth Program Funding for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Minnesota running youth development, leadership, educational, cultural, health, environmental, or community programs can apply for US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support their work. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation supports IRS-qualified U.S. nonprofits, including scouting organizations whose projects fit its community-focused priorities.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Minnesota Communities
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 youth and families through hunger relief, housing, financial literacy, workforce readiness, or community development initiatives may be eligible, especially where Ameriprise employees or advisors are actively engaged as volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Minnesota Youth Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Minnesota youth development and leadership nonprofits can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation for education, social service, health, civic, cultural, or environmental programs. U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations may request US $5,000 - US $25,000 in one-year project support, which can include scouting-related initiatives that build skills and competencies in young people.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Minnesota youth development and community service nonprofits can seek project, operating, or capital support for programs serving underserved individuals and families, including those in scouting. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation focuses on economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief for U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations in communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Minnesota youth development and leadership nonprofits, including scouting organizations, can access funding through Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants for safety, workforce development, community vitality, and environmental sustainability projects. Awards range from US $5,000 - US $30,000 for 501(c)(3) public charities serving communities on the Union Pacific service list.
Union Pacific Foundation
Minnesota Youth Programs Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Youth-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Minnesota can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for programs serving underserved young people. Funding supports youth development and leadership, education, housing and family services, hunger and food security, and environmentally focused community projects, with additional eligibility for similar charities in Canada, the United Kingdom, and Singapore.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Minnesota that lead strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. This U.S.-wide competition honors collaborations among public, private, and social sector partners tackling significant social issues; youth development and leadership programs, including scouting-related initiatives, may be eligible.
Mutual Of America Foundation