THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION
THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION
THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Sheltering Arms Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based approach, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing the importance of established connections in its funding process. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
"THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION INVESTS IN THE LIVES OF MINNESOTAS CHILDREN TO HELP THEM REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. THE FOUNDATION FUNDS NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND SUPPORTS POLICIES THAT BENEFIT CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES WHO HAVE THE LEAST ACCESS TO RESOURCES."
Cause Areas
2
Youth services
Family services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
GREATER TWIN CITIES UNITED WAY
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
$200K
3%
NORTHLAND FOUNDATION
DULUTH, MN
$174K
3%
ST DAVID'S CENTER
Minnetonka, MN
$136.5K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
56
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION?
No. THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION give?
THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, Missouri, and District Of Columbia. 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 THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $575 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 140 grantees. Recent grantees include GREATER TWIN CITIES UNITED WAY, NORTHLAND FOUNDATION, and ST DAVID'S CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION?
THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.