The Constellation Fund
The Constellation Fund
The Constellation Fund
AI Summary
The Constellation Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, making grants by invitation only and not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2025, the fund distributed a total of $3.5 million across 70 grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Constellation Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Fight poverty in the Twin Cities by raising the living standards of individuals living below the poverty line in our seven-county metropolitan area.
Cause Areas
1
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
WAY TO GROW
$1.2M
6%
PROJECT FOR PRIDE IN LIVING INC
$1M
5%
University of St Thomas
$1M
5%
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Total No. of Grants
26
Median 1st year grant
$75K
Median 2nd year grant
$100K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Constellation Fund?
No. The Constellation Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Constellation Fund give?
The Constellation Fund 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 The Constellation Fund’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Constellation Fund fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $75 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Constellation Fund make each year?
In 2025, The Constellation Fund awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $3.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Constellation Fund fund recently?
In 2025, The Constellation Fund awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include WAY TO GROW, PROJECT FOR PRIDE IN LIVING INC, and University of St Thomas. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Constellation Fund?
The Constellation Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.