OPEN HANDS FOUNDATION
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The OPEN HANDS FOUNDATION, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, focuses on making impactful grants through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. With a total of $1 million in grants paid to three grantees in 2025, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
WE OFFER LOVE, DIGNITY AND HOPE BY MEETING CRITICAL NEEDS OF PEOPLE IN OUR COMMUNITY.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
180 DEGREES INC
$1.9M
69%
THE BRIDGE FOR YOUTH
$33.4K
1%
WESTWOOD COMMUNITY CHURCH
$9.8K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to OPEN HANDS FOUNDATION?
No. OPEN HANDS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does OPEN HANDS FOUNDATION give?
OPEN HANDS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are OPEN HANDS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from OPEN HANDS FOUNDATION fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $33 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does OPEN HANDS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, OPEN HANDS FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did OPEN HANDS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, OPEN HANDS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include 180 DEGREES INC, THE BRIDGE FOR YOUTH, and WESTWOOD COMMUNITY CHURCH. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to OPEN HANDS FOUNDATION?
OPEN HANDS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.