FAQs

FAQs

Does Stevens Square Foundation support start-up programs?

Yes, if the program fits within the current funding guidelines.

Who is eligible to apply for a grant?

Grants are restricted to nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and public agencies.

Does Stevens Square Foundation provide operating support?

Yes. Organizations whose primary mission is to provide services to older adults are eligible to apply for general operating support.

Can we request more than one year of support?

Grants are for one year. A new application must be submitted for each year for which funding is requested. Each grant round is competitive.

For how many years are we eligible for Stevens Square Foundation support?

Stevens Square Foundation may provide up to three consecutive years of support. Your organization must reapply for each year of funding. After three consecutive years of funding, your organization must take one year off before reapplying for further support.

What is expected of us after receiving a grant?

All organizations that receive a grant are required to submit a narrative and financial report one year after the grant is received or when the project is completed, whichever comes first. Grant reports must be submitted through our online grants management portal. Any granted funds not expended during the grant period are to be returned to Stevens Square Foundation.

What is the geographic focus of Stevens Square Foundation?

The greater Twin Cities seven-county metropolitan area (Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington Counties).

What is the typical grant size?

Stevens Square Foundation grants can range from $10,000 to $50,000, though most grants typically range between $10,000 and $30,000.

318 West 48th Street Minneapolis, MN 55419

Call Us: (612) 825-1368

318 West 48th Street

Minneapolis, MN 55419

Call Us: (612) 825-1368