Backyard Giving Grants provide up to $5,000 to 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, and Washington counties. Funded activities include hosting community events, agricultural education for urban youth, and improving access to healthy food and stable housing. The program excludes sports teams, religious groups, and medical causes to focus on essential community needs and equitable support.
Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations serving Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, and Washington counties. Sports teams, religious groups, medical causes, individuals, and organizations outside these counties are not eligible.
