Donaldson Foundation Organizational Grants

Donaldson Foundation Organizational Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Donaldson Foundation
Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000
Last Updated: November 23, 2025

Summary

The Donaldson Foundation offers organizational grants focused on enhancing educational opportunities and community involvement. With an annual budget of $1.2 million, the foundation supports various initiatives, including scholarships and matching grants to educational institutions. It prioritizes organizations that demonstrate a clear need and impact, especially in areas where Donaldson operates. Eligible recipients must be IRS tax-exempt and located in specific U.S. regions, ensuring the foundation's commitment to local communities.

Overview

Community Involvement We believe in giving back, doing good and making a positive impact in our communities. Generations of Donaldson employees and their families give their time, energy and aid to various philanthropic efforts, addressing the needs of our local communities and helping transform lives. Organizations are supported in partnership with the Donaldson Foundation and through numerous employee-led volunteer events. Foundation Founded in 1966, the Donaldson Foundation is our main vehicle for charitable giving. Led by a volunteer employee board, the Foundation supports organizations and programs that further educational initiatives in our communities. Led by a Board comprised of employee volunteers, the mission of the Donaldson Foundation is to positively impact our communities by supporting education. The Donaldson Foundation grants $1.2 million every year to non-profit organizations within our communities where our employees live and work. Our philanthropy focuses on: Supporting educational opportunities for those who otherwise would not have them Matching grants to educational institutions Providing scholarships for post-secondary institutions Partnering with our plant communities to address local education needs Grant Criteria Educational focus Degree of need for those benefited Impact Sustainability Connection to our communities

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Grant recipients must qualify for tax exemption by the IRS. Funding is available for organizations in the Bloomington, Minnesota (Minneapolis/St. Paul), area and the following U.S. locations where we have a significant manufacturing or distribution presence: Anderson, Indiana Auburn, Alabama Baldwin, Wisconsin Chesterfield, Missouri Chillicothe, Missouri Cresco, Iowa Dixon, Illinois Feasterville, Pennsylvania Frankfort, IndianaGreeneville, Tennessee Ivyland, Pennsylvania Nicholasville, Kentucky Rensselaer, Indiana Stevens Point, Wisconsin Stockton, California Valencia, California Waterloo, Iowa