GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
$5,000/year for two years ($10,000 total), awarded annually in September
2026 cycle is closed; awards distributed September 2026. Watch for 2027 opening.
FUNDING TYPE
Grant
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
This is a competitive community-reviewed grant with awards distributed once per year in September.
Applications go through a community review process, not a staff-only decision, which means rubric alignment matters. The 2026 cycle is already closed.
WHAT IT TAKES
Confirm eligibility: BIPOC LGBTQ+-owned, 1+ year in operation, under $250K revenue, Twin Cities Metro — 30 minutes
Review the 2026 Application Rubric on the PFund site to understand scoring criteria — 1-2 hours
Submit application when the next cycle opens (watch for 2027 announcement) — 2-4 hours
WORTH KNOWING
This grant is $5,000 per year for two years—totaling $10,000—plus a Quorum chamber membership and six months of cohort learning and mentorship, so the non-cash benefits are substantial. Reviewing the published rubric before applying directly shapes a stronger application.
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