Ecolab St. Paul, MN Area NPO (Non-Profit Organizations) Grant Program

Ecolab St. Paul, MN Area NPO (Non-Profit Organizations) Grant Program

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Ecolab Foundation
Last Updated: August 13, 2025

Summary

The Ecolab St. Paul, MN Area NPO Grant Program supports 501(c)(3) organizations that focus on youth development, community and civic engagement, environmental conservation, and arts education. Grants are available to current grantees in the St. Paul area, with applications opening on September 8, 2025. This initiative aims to enhance health, sustainability, and operational efficiency in local communities, aligning with Ecolab's mission of protecting people and the planet.

Overview

NOTE: St. Paul, MN Area grant application process for the next (2026) funding cycle opens Sept. 8, 2025 (due date Dec. 1, 2025), and is for Current Grantees and invite only at this time. Award decisions will be sent via email in March 2026. About Ecolab Ecolab is the global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that help protect people, planet and business health. We deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, help maintain clean and safe environments, optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers throughout the world. NPO (Non-Profit Organizations) Grants - Focus Areas of Giving To qualify for community grant from the Ecolab Foundation, a 501 (c) 3 organization (per the IRS Pub 78) must fall within one of our four strategic areas of giving and provide services in one of the regional geographies listed below. Youth and Education programs that promote youth development, particularly for youth at-risk Civic & Community Development affordable housing, work readiness, crisis assistance and hunger relief Environment & Conservation hands-on environmental learning programs Arts & Culture arts education for children and youth as well as support for museums and the performing arts

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. To qualify for community grant from the Ecolab Foundation, a 501 (c) 3 organization (per the IRS Pub 78) must fall within one of our four strategic areas of giving and provide services in the St. Paul, MN area

Ineligibility

Contributions will not be made to or in support of:Individuals Sectarian/denominational religious organizations, except where funds are to be used in direct interest of the entire community Loans or investments Political/lobbying organizations Industry, trade or professional association memberships Disease-specific related organizations Sports/athletic programs and facilities Fundraising events/sponsorship Private non-operating foundationsIn accordance with Ecolab’s Code of Conduct, contributions will not be made to organizations that  discriminate on the basis of gender, race, ethnic origin, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, other personal characteristics or conditions protected by national, state or local law