North Dakota Community Programs Funding via U.S. Bank Foundation
North Dakota 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic advancement, housing, or community arts and culture can seek support for programs and operations through the Community Possible Grant Program. Focused on equitable, high-impact funding, U.S. Bank Foundation prioritizes organizations in its service communities, especially those led by people of color, which may include education and youth-serving groups.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Grants for North Dakota Youth
North Dakota 501(c)(3) nonprofits running programs for children, education, or health and human services can apply for monetary support that complements a broad base of funding. Focused on community impact, Costco Foundation invites organizations, including those with STEM or science education components, to request program support; applications are reviewed within 4–6 weeks.
Costco Foundation
North Dakota Youth Science Funding via Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth science, environmental education, or STEM programs in North Dakota can access funding through the DanPaul Foundation. Grants up to US $15,000 support initiatives that advance children’s health, education, development, and welfare, including clean air and water education, scientific endeavors, and enrichment opportunities for young people.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Innovation
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven startups working on scalable social or environmental solutions in North Dakota can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation support, with awards up to US $300,000. With a mission to back bold, systems-focused models, the foundation provides capital, capacity-building, and community that may benefit STEM and environmental education initiatives.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
North Dakota STEM Funding via Cisco Foundation
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology-driven programs in education, crisis response, or economic empowerment can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. North Dakota STEM and environmental education initiatives serving predominantly economically underserved communities may be eligible if they align with Cisco’s priority social impact sectors.
Cisco Systems Foundation
STEM Education Grants for Schools from State Farm
Schools, government programs, and qualifying nonprofits in North Dakota can seek funding for STEM and broader education initiatives, as well as safety and community development projects. Focused on long-term impact, State Farm Companies Foundation supports K–12 STEM, academic performance, and pathways to college and career, which may benefit science teachers and their programs.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation STEAM Grants in North Dakota
Nonprofit cultural and educational institutions offering arts or science programs in North Dakota can seek more than US $100,000 to support impactful STEAM initiatives, arts education, and artist development. William Randolph Hearst Foundation funds program, capital, and limited general support for well-established U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Social Service Funding from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 to support social service programs that address chronic poverty and promote economic independence. Focused on social service, the William Randolph Hearst Foundation backs program, capital, and general support, which may benefit North Dakota organizations with STEM or environmental education components tied to youth development or workforce readiness.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
STEM and Health Funding for Nonprofits from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations working in health, education, or community services can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants to support programs like STEM education, healthcare access, food pantries, and healthy lifestyle initiatives. North Dakota science and STEM teachers may benefit through school or district-aligned nonprofit partners advancing these priorities.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth Programs
North Dakota STEM and education-focused organizations can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation to support or scale programs serving urban children and youth in poverty. Eligible U.S. entities include nonprofits, schools, governments, social enterprises, and other mission-driven organizations, with awards of more than US $50,000 for education, health, or family economic stability initiatives.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
STEM and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Roche
North Dakota nonprofits and accredited charities running STEM or science education, environmental education, or youth-focused programs can access funding through Roche for innovative, high-quality projects. Support may also cover humanitarian, community development, and contemporary arts initiatives that engage Roche employees and local partners, with local Roche affiliates handling country-specific giving.
La Roche, Inc.
Humanitarian Health Funding for Nonprofits from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations working on health, education, or disaster relief can apply for support from Semnani Family Foundation, which funds projects in countries worldwide, including the U.S. Programs serving marginalized communities through healthcare access, disease prevention, child and women’s health, literacy, or social services may be eligible, including initiatives based in or connected to North Dakota.
Semnani Family Foundation
North Dakota Education Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
North Dakota educational and scientific 501(c)(3) organizations can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust to support charitable, scientific, medical, and educational programs carried out in the U.S. Eligible nonprofits must be tax-exempt under federal law (and California law where applicable) and demonstrate strong management, broad service reach, and meaningful impact on their communities.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
North Dakota 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, workforce development, community development, arts, environment, or inclusion can access funding through Bank of America Foundation. Grants are awarded at the foundation’s discretion to support housing, jobs, hunger, and other initiatives that may benefit science and STEM education efforts in local communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Social Services
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s global grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $250,000 for focused social and humanitarian services. Eligible 501(c)(3)s and qualifying foreign entities, including those in North Dakota working on STEM or environmental education for disadvantaged groups, may benefit.
Gupta Family Foundation
Cowles Charitable Trust Education Grants in North Dakota
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Focused on education and related programming, Cowles Charitable Trust invites North Dakota 501(c)(3) organizations to request support for arts, education, social justice, health, or ethical journalism initiatives. Science and STEM education nonprofits may be eligible for up to US $10,000, including general operating support, especially when projects have a broad base of additional funding.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Hansen Family Foundation Grants for North Dakota Education
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
North Dakota 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $1 million can seek US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support children, education, environmental, humanitarian, animal welfare, or arts and culture programs. North Dakota science and STEM education initiatives may be eligible if they align with the Hansen Family Foundation’s mission and focus areas.
Hansen Family Foundation
Education Storytelling Funding from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
North Dakota 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations working in education, environmental conservation, or wellness can seek storytelling project support to showcase their community impact. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation funds media and narrative efforts that highlight work in areas like early childhood education, teacher support, mental health, outdoor learning, and related programs across the U.S., with awards over US $50,000.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Education and Youth Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing education or youth services can use this funding for program support, including work that benefits science teachers, students, and schools in North Dakota and across the Southern U.S. Grants from Robinson Foundation help experienced charities address hardships facing children, families, and communities, with an emphasis on tangible, meaningful impact rather than capital projects.
Robinson Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Environmental Education
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding, including programs in North Dakota, can seek funding for their initiatives. With a mission to support positive change, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides charitable organizations with support to advance projects that respect people, life, and the environment.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Family Support Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations that support basic needs, at-risk youth, or domestic violence services can apply for TJX Foundation grants; awards fund programmatic work, not general operations. North Dakota education and youth programs, including those serving science students outside school, may be eligible if they meet the mission and distance requirements.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Environmental Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Environmental and human services 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and libraries in North Dakota can seek unrestricted program or operating support for their work. Focused on environmental and related causes, the Lawrence Foundation offers US $5,000 - US $10,000 grants, which may benefit science and STEM educators incorporating environmental education into their programs.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Support for Education
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in North Dakota offering educational, youth, or community programs can apply for grants from the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation, with awards of US $1,000 - US $20,000. Projects in STEM or environmental education, schools, museums, or community-based initiatives may be competitive if modest funding can create significant impact.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Dr Scholl Foundation Education Grants in North Dakota
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
North Dakota 501(c)(3) organizations seeking project funding in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental work can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 support one-year projects, and science or STEM education programs may be competitive if they fit within these broad priorities.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for North Dakota Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in North Dakota serving youth and families can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for community-impact programs. Funding supports youth education and leadership, hunger and food insecurity, housing and family services, and environmental or garden-based projects that may enrich science and environmental education efforts.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Community Partnership Funding for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations with strong, replicable community partnerships in North Dakota and across the U.S. can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award to recognize exemplary collaborative leadership. Funding honors partnerships that measurably improve lives, address significant social issues, and may include programs involving STEM or environmental education in schools and communities.
Mutual Of America Foundation