To qualify for a Foundation grant your organization:

• Must be ruled tax exempt by the Internal Revenue Service and must be operated for charitable, educational or scientific purposes.
• Must be located in and/or directly affect the Austin, Minnesota area.

 * Application Period for 2027 Funding is now open *

The Hormel Foundation application portal for the 2027 funding year opened on Monday, June 1, 2026, and closes August 21, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. for calendar year 2027 expenditures. Click on "ONLINE APPLICATION FORM" above to apply.

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