Non-Profit Grant Opportunities

United Way Community Response Grant

Open to non-profits in Beltrami, Hubbard, and Clearwater Counties

The Community Response Grant is designed to respond swiftly in support of non-profit organizations that are serving the escalating needs of our communities by providing funds to help solve short-term emerging needs and programs. Our expertise in community partnerships, resources, and connections ensure we are addressing the most pressing needs to keep our region strong and balanced. There is no set grant cycle, agencies may only submit one grant application per calendar year and the application should address the timeframe that the funds will be expended.

Grant Application (word document): Community Response Grant Application


Radiothon to End Child Abuse (CAPC) Funding Opportunity

Open to Beltrami County United Way Partner Agencies

The annual grant application to receive Radiothon Funding is now open. The goal of the funds is to prevent child abuse through prevention focused, culturally competent community-based programs and/or community outreach and public awareness campaigns.  Radiothon funding is intended to provide short-term support for United Way of Bemidji Area partner agencies who work to prevent child abuse. Applications are accepted through October 10th at 5 PM.

Grant Application: CAPC Grant Application


Radiothon to End Child Abuse (CAPC) Funding Opportunity

Open to Non-Profit Agencies in Hubbard County 

The annual grant application to receive Radiothon Funding is now open. The goal of the funds is to prevent child abuse through prevention focused, culturally competent community-based programs and/or community outreach and public awareness campaigns. Radiothon funding is intended to provide short-term support for non-profit agencies who work to prevent child abuse in Hubbard County. Applications are accepted through October 10th at 5 PM.

Grant Application: Hubbard CAPC Grant Application

*Please note that funding is not dispersed until April 2026 for this grant. 


OPENS FEB. 15, 2026 - 2026-2027 United Way Grant Application for Clearwater County Non-profits

Application Deadline: TBD

Please review the BASIC CONDITIONS OF FUNDING to ensure your agency qualifies.

Completed applications must be emailed to grants@unitedwaybemidji.org. Questions about the grant or grant process should be directed to Annie at annie@unitedwaybemidji.org or (218) 444-8929.

Funding for this cycle comes from dollars raised in Clearwater County in 2024’s Campaign for the Community. Grantees who are awarded funds can expect awards in the range of $500-$5,000, depending on the number of awardees.

Grant Application (word document): Clearwater County Grant Application


OPENS FEB. 15, 2026 - 2026-2027 United Way Grant Application for Hubbard County Non-profits

Application Deadline: TBD

Please review the BASIC CONDITIONS OF FUNDING to ensure your agency qualifies.

Completed applications must be emailed to grants@unitedwaybemidji.org. Questions about the grant or grant process should be directed to Annie at annie@unitedwaybemidji.org or (218) 444-8929.

Funding for this cycle comes from dollars raised in Hubbard County in 2024’s Campaign for the Community. Grantees who are awarded funds can expect awards in the range of $500-$5,000, depending on the number of awardees.

Grant Application (word document): Hubbard County Grant Application


OPENS JAN. 31, 2026- 2026-2027 United Way Grant Application for Beltrami County Non-Profits

Application Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2026, 4:00pm

United Way impact areas open to funding are:
 
Youth Opportunity – Preparing young people to realize their potential from cradle to career
Examples: childcare and early childhood education, in-school, after-school, and summer learning, family engagement, literacy development, college and career readiness
           
Financial Stability – Creating a stronger financial future for every generation
Examples: adult education, job training, and career pathways, financial education and coaching, food security, homelessness prevention, affordable housing, and homeownership, benefits access
 
Healthy Community – Improving health and wellbeing for all
Examples: healthcare access, maternal and child health, health spaces and physical activity, mental health support, substance misuse, recovery, and prevention
 

Please review the BASIC CONDITIONS OF FUNDING to ensure your agency qualifies.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS. For additional questions about the grant or grant process, contact Annie at annie@unitedwaybemidji.org or (218) 444-8929.


COMING SPRING 2026 - Beltrami County Housing Trust Fund Applications

Community-Response

United-Way-Annual-Grant

radiothon

Housing-Trust-Fund

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Radiothon