Step 1: Verify Eligibility.
- Your idea should happen in Rochester, MN
- You must be 15 or older to apply. If you are under 18, you will need an adult sponsor.
Step 2: Consider...
- What your idea will achieve.
- Who will benefit.
- How you will know if it’s successful.
- How you will keep it going in the future.
Step 3: Determine Application Type (Large or Small).
| Funding |
Up to $5,000 per applicant, per rolling year |
Up to $15,000 per applicant, per rolling year |
| Timing |
It's recommended to apply at least 6 weeks before the event, project, or program |
It's recommended to apply at least 3 months before the event, project, or program |
| Application Requirements |
Requires general notes on your idea's budget, schedule, and success metrics |
Requires a more thorough outline of your idea's budget, schedule, and success metrics (view the application packet) |
| Approval Process |
The Approval Process is estimated to take 2 weeks |
The Approval Process is estimated to take 4-8 weeks |
| Reporting |
Feedback requested but not required |
Mandatory reporting after idea implementation |
| Signed Contract |
No signed contract required |
Requires signed contract, including return of funds if not implemented |
Additional Notes:
- Application Fund Cap: Each entity may receive up to a total of $15,000 per year, regardless of whether the funding comes from one or both application types (Large or Small).
- Small Applications: Limited to $5,000 per entity within a rolling 12-month period.
- Large Applications: Limited to $15,000 per entity within a rolling 12-month period.
- Project Submission: An idea can only be submitted for either a large or small application, not both. If an entity applies for both types of funding, the projects must be clearly distinct in scope and objectives.
- Funding Availability: Applications will be reviewed and considered on a rolling basis, subject to available funding. Award amounts may be less than the requested funding.
- Funding Utilization: All awarded funds must be utilized within 6 months of receipt.
Step 4: Apply!
Small Building Community Grant Application Link
Large Building Community Grant Application Link
