Auto Club Group Foundation Grants for North Dakota Safety
Focused on traffic safety and education, the Auto Club Group Foundation invites North Dakota local governments and other eligible entities to seek grants of US $5,000 - US $15,000. Municipalities, law enforcement, fire departments, schools, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits may fund traffic safety initiatives, driver education, financial literacy programs, and passive speed enforcement equipment.
The Auto Club Group Foundation
North Dakota Community Programs Funding via US Bancorp Foundation
Local government and 501(c)(3) partners in North Dakota can seek funding for economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, and community arts and culture initiatives. Focused on equitable, high-impact community development, US Bancorp Foundation prioritizes organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color and addressing multiple Work, Home, and Play pillars.
US Bancorp Foundation
Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Services
Local government and other 501(c)(3) organizations in North Dakota with innovative human services or social problem-solving initiatives can seek funding to develop or expand their programs. Grants from Creag Foundation help smaller or evolving nonprofits test new approaches to community challenges, which may include civic engagement, public safety, health, or community development efforts.
Creag Foundation
North Dakota Youth Programs Funding via Dan Paul Foundation
Local government and 501(c)(3) organizations in North Dakota serving youth can seek up to US $15,000 to support health, education, development, and welfare programs. The Dan Paul Foundation supports initiatives such as early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, refugee enrichment, and environmental education that directly benefit children and young people.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Civic Innovation
With a mission to strengthen early-stage social impact ventures, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides North Dakota civic engagement and education initiatives with up to US $300,000 over three years in capital and intensive capacity-building support. Eligible applicants include independent, impact-first nonprofits or mission-driven for-profits serving underserved communities and positioned to scale well beyond local reach.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
North Dakota Economic Empowerment Funding via Cisco Systems Foundation
Local governments and public-serving partners in North Dakota working through eligible nonprofits on tech-enabled crisis response, education, or economic empowerment programs can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help expand innovative services for economically underserved communities, including workforce readiness, job creation, and digital education initiatives.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community and Education Funding for Charities from Roche
North Dakota local government partners and accredited charities running humanitarian, education, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects can access funding through Roche. Support may benefit civic engagement and education efforts when projects promote sustainable development, allow use of Roche expertise, involve local authorities and partners, and actively engage Roche employees in cultural, educational, or social activities.
La Roche, Inc.
North Dakota Community Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
North Dakota local government and community-serving 501(c)(3) organizations can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust for charitable, educational, scientific, and medical programs in the U.S. Eligible tax-exempt entities must use awarded funds domestically and demonstrate strong management, broad service reach, and meaningful impact on community welfare.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Local government entities and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in North Dakota can seek sponsorship support for community programs that advance economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Charitable Foundation backs initiatives in housing, workforce development, hunger relief, arts and culture, environment, diversity and inclusion, and community development, which may include civic engagement and education efforts.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Social Services
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian 501(c)(3) organizations and similar nonprofits working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s US $5,000 - US $250,000 grants. Funding supports poverty alleviation, disability services, humanitarian aid, and social services worldwide, and North Dakota local government partners may benefit through collaborations with eligible nonprofits.
Gupta Family Foundation
Impact Litigation Funding for Legal Advocates via Impact Fund
Full proposal due Aug 6, 2026
Legal services nonprofits, solo practitioners, and small law firms pursuing impact litigation in North Dakota and nationwide can apply for recoverable grants from the Impact Fund, typically ranging from US $10,000 - US $50,000, to cover out-of-pocket litigation costs. Funding supports economic, environmental, racial, and social justice cases benefiting communities facing systemic oppression.
The Impact Fund
State Historical Society Support for North Dakota Heritage
Applications due Aug 31, 2026
Local 501(c)(3) nonprofits and legally organized city, county, or tribal government subsidiaries in North Dakota can seek funding for cultural heritage capital improvements, collections, education, exhibits, and special projects, up to US $400,000. The State Historical Society of North Dakota prioritizes museums and historical organizations, including local government history groups, especially those with assessments or strategic plans.
State Historical Society of North Dakota
Cowles Charitable Trust Civic Engagement Grants
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Local governments and 501(c)(3) partners in North Dakota working on civic engagement, education, social justice, health, or the arts can seek funding for programs or general operating support. Focused on education, social justice, health, and the arts, Cowles Charitable Trust offers up to US $10,000, with occasional support for mission-aligned national efforts.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Hansen Family Foundation Grants for North Dakota Programs
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
North Dakota 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving children, education, animals, the environment, humanitarian needs, or arts and culture can access funding through Hansen Family Foundation for program or project support. U.S.-based organizations with budgets under $1 million and overhead below 25% may receive US $1,000 - US $10,000, including groups connected to local government priorities or civic initiatives.
Hansen Family Foundation
Arts Programming Grants for Midwest Governments via Arts Midwest
Letter of inquiry due Sep 16, 2026
Local government units and other eligible nonprofits in North Dakota can seek funding to present professional artists and arts programming through the Arts Midwest GIG Fund, with awards of US $2,000 - US $15,000. Grants support touring or local artist fees, plus related project costs like accessibility accommodations, marketing, and educational community events.
Arts Midwest
Storytelling and Conservation Funding from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Local governments and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in North Dakota working on wildlife conservation, preservation, education, or wellness can seek storytelling project support to showcase their community impact. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation funds media and narrative efforts that highlight real-world results in areas like environmental conservation, early education, mental health, and outdoor access across the U.S.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
North Dakota Department of Commerce Support for Rural Food Access
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Political subdivisions, regional councils, and tribal entities in North Dakota can apply for the Rural Grocery Store Sustainability Grant, with awards up to US $150,000 for rural grocery, food access, and food co-op projects. Funding supports sustainable expansion, improved food systems, and community partnerships in communities of 4,500 or fewer residents, with a 20% non-state match required.
North Dakota Department of Commerce
Self-Help Housing Funding from USDA Rural Development
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Government and private nonprofit organizations in North Dakota can receive funding to provide technical assistance for rural mutual self-help housing construction projects. Focused on real estate and housing, USDA Rural Development supports grantees that supervise very-low- and low-income families building their own homes, recruit participants, and help them complete loan applications in eligible rural areas.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
501(c)(3) nonprofits providing basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety can apply for TJX Foundation’s grants if located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office. North Dakota local government–affiliated nonprofits that meet these criteria and mission alignment may be eligible after completing the required eligibility questionnaire and LOI process.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Local government and community-serving 501(c)(3) organizations in North Dakota can seek unrestricted funding for environmental and human services programs, including general operating or project support. Focused on broad community and environmental impact, the Lawrence Foundation typically awards US $5,000 - US $10,000 to eligible nonprofits, public schools, and libraries with aligned priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Firearm Safety Funding for Governments from NRA Foundation
Applications due Nov 6, 2026
Eligible 501(c) organizations and North Dakota government entities can seek grants supporting firearms education, shooting sports, and hunting safety programs. Grants from The NRA Foundation help local governments and public institutions provide safety training, youth education, and marksmanship or research initiatives that meet charitable, educational, or scientific purposes under IRS 501(c)(3) rules, with awards of US $3,000 - US $5,000.
The NRA Foundation, Inc
North Dakota Environmental Quality Grants for Water
Applications due Dec 1, 2026
Local governments and public agencies in North Dakota can seek funding to assess, reduce, and prevent nonpoint source water pollution through Section 319 projects. North Dakota Environmental Quality supports watershed, assessment, education, and technical assistance efforts, with many funds directed to voluntary pollution control and best management practices on agricultural lands.
North Dakota Environmental Quality
Community Vitality Grants for Nonprofits from Ameriprise
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Focused on community development and basic needs, Ameriprise Financial invites U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits to apply for grants supporting hunger relief, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, and community vitality initiatives. North Dakota local governments’ nonprofit partners working on economic development, arts access, or neighborhood revitalization may be eligible, especially where Ameriprise employees and advisors actively volunteer.
Ameriprise Financial
Community Operations Funding for Nonprofits from FM Area Foundation
Applications due Mar 20, 2027
Nonprofits, churches, schools, and government entities in Cass County, North Dakota, or Clay County, Minnesota can receive US $500 - US $15,000 in flexible general operating support through the Community Grant program. With a mission to strengthen communities, Fargo-Moorhead Area Foundation Corporation provides funding across arts, basic needs, education, community building, and women and children’s initiatives, which may benefit local government-related efforts in North Dakota.
Fargo-Moorhead Area Foundation Corporation
Arts Education Funding for Schools from North Dakota Council on the Arts
Applications due Apr 13, 2027
Public entities, K-12 schools, school districts, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies in North Dakota can seek up to US $6,000 to build collaborative, sustained arts education programs for students. With a mission to expand arts learning access, North Dakota Council on the Arts supports teaching artist fees, project coordination, materials, and related administrative and program costs.
North Dakota Council on the Arts
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Communities
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in North Dakota working on youth education, food insecurity, housing, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Local governments partnering with eligible nonprofits on civic and community initiatives may also benefit from these projects.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
North Dakota Department of Commerce Grants for North Dakota Community Development
Full proposal due Jun 13, 2027
North Dakota local governments seeking funding for community development, housing, public facilities, or economic development projects in North Dakota can access funding through North Dakota Department of Commerce, with awards of more than US $75,000. Projects must primarily benefit very low and low income individuals and meet at least one federal CDBG national objective.
North Dakota Department of Commerce