Applying for a Grant

The Foundation accepts grant applications March 1st through May 31st. Non-profit organizations interested in starting a program or project to enhance the quality of life in Martin County are encouraged to apply for a Martin County Area Foundation grant.

Applications are available at the Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce, 323 East Blue Earth Avenue, or online by clicking the link listed below.

Applicants must have 501(c)3 tax status as a non-profit organization with the IRS. More information is available by reading the guidelines on the application or by calling the Foundation office at the Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce at (507) 235-5547.

Applications may be returned to the address listed below or may be dropped off at the Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce located at 323 East Blue Earth Avenue.

Grant Completion Form

Please complete this grant completion form once your project has been completed.

For annual competitive grants, the project must be completed within two years of the grant award date. If the project is not completed within the two-year period, the award is withdrawn.

The applicant may re-apply but is not guaranteed funding.

For emergency/high-need grants, the project must be completed within two months of the award or the award will be withdrawn.

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