The West Bank Community Fund of the Minneapolis Foundation offers grants to organizations working to serve the needs of residents living in the West Bank area of Minneapolis, which falls in ZIP code 55454 or the triangle of land bounded by Interstate 94, the Mississippi River, and Interstate 35W.
Donor Name: Minneapolis Foundation
State: Minnesota
City: Minneapolis
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/24/2023
Size of the Grant: $750 to $1,500
Grant Duration: 12 months
Details:
The purpose the West Bank Fund is to:
- Recognize the diverse cultures of West Bank residents and improve social connections across cultures and generations; and
- Encourage West Bank residents to engage in community and policy issues that are important to them.
Priority for funding will be given to organizations that are physically located. Organizations located elsewhere will be considered if they demonstrate that this is their primary service area and meet the other funding criteria.
The West Bank Fund is offering one-time micro-grants to support organizations as they expand the competencies, strategies, and systems that enable them to accomplish their mission and goals. These grants may be used to fund
- Staff Development
- Wellness
- Training
- Planning
- Programming
- Technology
- Other Projects
Funding Information
A total of $19,000 is available to grant, with awards ranging from $750 to $1,500. We anticipate awarding up to 20 grants. Funded activities are expected to be short-term in nature and completed within 12 months.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for funding, your organization must be…
- A 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
- Working to bridge barriers in the West Bank, especially by increasing access to public services and support.
- Designed to empower African youth, their families, and immigrant elders.
- Committed to building on community assets and expanding opportunities for the full participation of West Bank residents in the arts, culture, the local business community, and society at large.
For more information, visit West Bank Community Fund Micro Grants.
