Program Summary
The Twins Community Fund's Southwest Florida Grant program provides grants to nonprofit organizations in southwest Florida seeking to expand their services to meet the needs of more people.
Administration
The Southwest Florida Community Grant will be administered by the staff of the Twins Community Fund in Minneapolis, as well as the Twins Florida Operations staff in Lee County, Florida.
Grant Size/Purpose
A competitive grant of up to $5,000 is available to southwest Florida nonprofit organizations seeking to expand their services to reach more people in need. Dollars should be used in some way that seeks to expand the number of people the organization serves.
Eligibility
Applications are open to any independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Lee and Collier Counties that assists underserved families
Organizations must also be governed by active boards and have sufficient revenue.
Application Process/Schedule
Organizations must complete a web application and submit other required documents.
Applications will be reviewed and recommended by staff in Lee County and Minneapolis. Final grant determinations will be made by the Twins Community Fund Board of Directors. Applicants may not receive all the money requested in their application.
Grant Applications have closed for 2024. Please check back in April 2025.
To ask any questions about the Southwest Florida Community Grants program, please contact Wesley Jones at WesleyJones@twins.com.
Other Requirements
Organizations receiving grants are required to:
- Recognize the grant in publications and/or permanent display
Questions about the Southwest Florida Community Grant program should be directed to:
Mark Weber
Manager, Florida Business Operations
Minnesota Twins
(239) 887-9326
MarkWeber@twins.com
Wesley Jones
Community Engagement Coordinator
Minnesota Twins
(612) 659-3506
WesleyJones@twins.com