Medica Foundation Grant: MN Rural Health

The Medica Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing rural health in Minnesota by funding community-led initiatives that address health equity. With grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000, it supports projects that improve healthcare access and quality, particularly in underserved areas. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) organizations, government agencies, and Tribal Nations, while emphasizing measurable outcomes and culturally-focused care.

NOTE: Medica is currently developing new strategies around community giving. Beginning in 2023, the Medica Foundation’s service area has changed.
About Our Funding
The information provided on this page applies only to potential grantees located in the state of Minnesota. The Medica Foundation recognizes the importance of supporting the unique health needs of individual communities in our grantmaking.
Culturally-focused careDental healthDomestic violence and sexual assault services and preventionIndependent living for seniorsMaternal and birth healthMental health and chemical healthPrimary care for underserved communitiesSexual healthTransportation for medical/health appointments
Funding
Individual grants may be awarded between $5,000 - $10,000.

Eligibility

Rural Health grant recipients are eligible to submit an application for funding in consecutive years.Funding is limited to organizations based outside of the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area.Who we fundTo request a grant, your organization must be a 501(c)(3) public charity, public/governmental agency, or one of the 11 Tribal Nations located in and providing services in Minnesota. A public agency is an organization established and primarily funded by a unit of government. Examples could include a public school, public health department, or state government agency.

Ineligibility

Organizations seeking to do work within our service area but do not have a physical presence in Greater Minnesota are ineligible.Funding requests for events, sponsorships, seminars, museums, camps, and general health and wellness activities including nutrition, exercise, etc., are ineligible.What we don't fundCapital campaigns / capital expendituresReligious groups for religious purposesLobbying and political activitiesSports events and athletic groupsDirect support for individuals and familiesFiscal agents, unless the fiscal agent is an active partner in the programOrganizations with a pending 501(c)(3) status