The Hallock Area Community Fund (HACF), an affiliate of the Northwest Minnesota Foundation, has announced its Spring 2025 grant round to support local nonprofits and public entities that serve the Kittson Central School District area. The grantmaking initiative is designed to bolster community efforts that align with HACF's mission of supporting local organizations in times of greatest need. Funding for this grant round is made possible through the generous donations of individuals, businesses, and friends of the Hallock area.

Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and public entities such as schools, municipalities, and other governmental units. Only organizations that operate within or directly serve the Kittson Central School District area are eligible to apply. The application window opens on March 14, 2025, and all applications must be submitted no later than April 30, 2025. Submissions are to be made online via the provided JotForm link.

Applications will be reviewed by the HACF's local advisory committee during their May 2025 meeting. The total amount available for disbursement in this grant round is approximately $10,000. Although the specific award ceiling per organization is not listed, applicants should consider the total available balance when preparing their requests. Awards will be determined based on community need and alignment with HACF’s mission.

The current advisory committee comprises ten local community members: Emily Kuzel, Betty Younggren, Jeff Hane, Loren Younggren, Jill Swanson, Roger Quanbeck, Kelly Bengtson, Charlie Wellman, Kristin Nigg, and Aimee Sugden. Questions about the grant or application process can be submitted via Facebook Messenger through the Hallock Area Community Fund’s Facebook page.

The grant process is facilitated by the Northwest Minnesota Foundation, which provides infrastructure and support for local affiliates like HACF. The foundation is an equal opportunity provider and employer and encourages inclusive participation in all programs. Additional information about contributing to the fund can be found on the foundation's website.