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MINI-GRANTS

Next Application Will Open 01/2027

Mini-Grant Rounds

  • Round 1: Fall 2026 - Closed August 15, 2026

  • Round 2: Spring 2027 - Opens January 4, 2027; closes January 29, 2027 (up to 3 grants will be awarded)

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​Mini-Grant Selection Criteria

  • Available to NDNC members only; student groups may apply

  • Granted funds must be spent within 3 months of being awarded (deadline on application)

  • Personnel time and indirect costs are excluded

  • Mini-grants available up to $250 

  • Preference given to first-time applicants

  • Preference given to projects that implement SMART goals

  • Preference given to projects that have a broad impact

A simple application! The proposal should include:

  • Title of the project

  • Description of the program/project

  • Goals (SMART goal format)

  • Proposed timeline

  • Evaluation plans

  • Proposed budget

  • Potential sources of additional funding

Grant Reporting Requirements

  • Submit a brief final report describing how funds were used, program outcomes or progress to date, and photos by the provided deadline.

  • Present the funded project at an annual spring conference.

Mini Grant Recipients

2026-2027 Recipients

Whitney Isaacson, Family Wellness. Program: Healthy Cooking in the Classroom.

The Healthy Cooking in the Classroom Program builds students’ nutrition knowledge, cooking skills, and confidence while encouraging healthy habits at school and at home.

Christina Masich, NDSU Extension. Program: Virtual Nutrition Education Programs for Lower-Resource North Dakotans

EFNEP will offer free virtual cooking and nutrition programs throughout the year to help families build practical skills for preparing healthy, affordable meals at home.

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