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Women's Foundation of Minnesota

Women's Foundation of Minnesota

Minneapolis, MN, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
41-1635761
DAF Sponsor
Regional Funder
Logo for "Women's Foundation of Minnesota"

Women's Foundation of Minnesota

Minneapolis, MN, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
41-1635761
DAF Sponsor
Regional Funder

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Est.

1983

Fiscal Year Start

Apr 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The Women's Foundation of Minnesota is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Minnesota, with additional support in New York and North Dakota. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

To invest in innovation to drive gender and racial equity in Minnesota.
Total Funding Given

$3.9M

2025
Grantees funded
325
Multi-year grantees
56%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

90

Median 1st year grant
$14K
Median 2nd year grant
$15.5K
G
Gloria Perez
Board Member
V
Valerie Spencer
Board Member
F
Fatima Said
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Women's Foundation of Minnesota?
No. Women's Foundation of Minnesota does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Women's Foundation of Minnesota give?
Women's Foundation of Minnesota primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, New York, and North Dakota. 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 Women's Foundation of Minnesota’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Women's Foundation of Minnesota fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $14 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Women's Foundation of Minnesota make each year?
In 2025, Women's Foundation of Minnesota awarded about 90 grants, totaling nearly $3.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Women's Foundation of Minnesota fund recently?
In 2025, Women's Foundation of Minnesota awarded grants to about 330 grantees. Recent grantees include Young Women's Christian Association of St Paul, ACTM CORP, and DUNWOODY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Women's Foundation of Minnesota?
Women's Foundation of Minnesota does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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