Below we outline the proposal process for organizations that received a grant in 2024 from the Carlson Family Foundation. If you received a multi-year grant in 2024, please reach out to your program officer.
We’re excited for you to apply again for a grant! Current grantees do not need to complete a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) for 2025. Simply complete and submit the proposal that aligns with your program area.

Constellation: K-12 Schools
Access the Constellation proposal application.
2025 Timeline
Proposal Due: Jan. 15, 2025
Board Decision: By the end of April 2025
Learn more or contact Aretha Green–Rupert at 952.404.5602 or agreenrupert@carlsonfamilyfoundation.org.

Constellation: Parents & Caregivers
Access the Constellation proposal application.
2025 Timeline
Proposal Due: Jan. 15, 2025
Board Decision: By the end of April 2025
Learn more or contact Aretha Green–Rupert at 952.404.5602 or agreenrupert@carlsonfamilyfoundation.org.

Constellation: Out-of-School
Access the Constellation proposal application.
2025 Timeline
Proposal Due: April 15, 2025
Board Decision: By the end of July 2025
Learn more or contact Aretha Green–Rupert at 952.404.5602 or agreenrupert@carlsonfamilyfoundation.org.

Sex Trafficking Prevention
Access the Sex Trafficking Prevention proposal application.
2025 Timeline
Proposal Due: Jan. 15, 2025
Board Decision: By the end of April 2025
Learn more or contact Dana Jensen at 952.404.5638 or djensen@carlsonfamilyfoundation.org.

Vibrant Communities: Youth Access
Access the Vibrant Communities proposal application.
2025 Timeline
Proposal Due: April 15, 2025
Board Decision: By the end of July 2025
Learn more or contact Dana Jensen at 952.404.5638 or djensen@carlsonfamilyfoundation.org.
Our door is always open and we encourage anyone with questions to reach out to us at any time!