Below, we outline the proposal process for organizations that received a 2026 grant from the Carlson Family Foundation. If you received a multi-year grant in 2026, please contact your program officer.
We’re excited for you to apply again! Current grantees do not need to complete a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) for 2027.
We’re launching a new grants management system by the end of 2026 and will share instructions for accessing the system and submitting proposals as they become available.
Constellation: K-12 Schools
2027 Timeline
Proposal Due: Jan. 15, 2027
Board Decision: By the end of April 2027
Learn more or contact the program team
Constellation: Parents & Caregivers
2027 Timeline
Proposal Due: Jan. 15, 2027
Board Decision: By the end of April 2027
Learn more or contact the program team.
Constellation: Out-of-School
2027 Timeline
Proposal Due: April 15, 2027
Board Decision: By the end of July 2027
Learn more or contact the program team.
Sex Trafficking Prevention
2027 Timeline
Proposal Due: Jan. 15, 2027
Board Decision: By the end of April 2027
Learn more or contact Dana Jensen at 952.404.5638 or djensen@carlsonfamilyfoundation.org.
Vibrant Communities: Youth Access
2027 Timeline
Proposal Due: April 15, 2027
Board Decision: By the end of July 2027
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!