COVID-19 Emergency Fund Updates
A few updates on COVID-19 emergency funding (which is also in the original funding blog post if you want everything in one place):
In Minnesota:
The Minnesota Disaster Recovery Fund for Coronavirus has announced its first awards, up on the fund’s website. Most of the funds are targeting greater MN, so if you are working outside of the Twin Cities Metro and need emergency support take a look and see if the new awards will be made in your community.
The Women’s Foundation of Minnesota announced their comprehensive response to COVID-19, including emergency funding of up to $10,000 available to organizations serving women and girls, experiencing gender based violence, older women, and women and girls who need short-term financial support for everyday needs due to effects of the pandemic. The application is here.
GiveMN announced #GiveAtHomeMN, a virtual fundraising event over May 1-8. There’s some initial information up on their website.
The City of St. Paul announced the Saint Paul Bridge Fund, which will provide emergency relief to small businesses and families. It’s not clear yet if nonprofits will be able to apply, so monitor the website for more details.
Nationally
Honestly, the national updates have come too fast for me to keep up with entirely. But, a few really great resources that crossed my desk this week:
