MnCU Foundation Grant Opportunities to Support Technology, Inclusion, and Financial Education Projects

The Minnesota Credit Union Foundation reminds credit unions that several grant opportunities are available to support credit unions in serving their members and communities through innovative and impactful projects.

Applications are accepted year-round, and we encourage eligible credit unions to take advantage of these resources.

Small Credit Union Technology Assistance Grant 
This grant provides funding to help small credit unions (under $100 million in assets) enhance their technology to better serve members and support organizational growth. 

​Eligible projects include:

• Hardware and software upgrades
• Mobile and online banking enhancements
• Website improvements and anti-fraud tools

 
Financial Inclusion Grant
This grant supports efforts to improve access and inclusion in financial services, particularly for underserved communities.
 
Potential projects include:

• Demographic analysis and outreach through partners like Coopera
• CDFI certification assistance
• Internal staff training
• Community engagement initiatives

 
Financial Education Grant
The Financial Education Grant helps credit unions deliver high-impact financial education programs in their communities.
 
Examples of eligible initiatives:

• Community financial literacy outreach
• Curriculum development
• Experiential learning such as reality fairs or in-school branches

For additional information and applications, visit Grants | Minnesota Credit Union Foundation | mncun.org and scroll down “Credit Union Grants.” Let the Foundation help support your next great idea!