Mayo Clinic – Rochester Community Contributions Program

August 31 Grant Deadline (Requests Above $5,000)

Organization: Mayo Clinic
Program: Mayo Clinic Community Contributions Program – Rochester
Support Type: Grants and event sponsorships
Geographic Focus: Olmsted County, Minnesota
Current Deadline: November 30 (Requests Above $5,000 – 4th Quarter)

About the Program

Mayo Clinic in Rochester is dedicated to advancing patient care, research, and education while strengthening the local community. Through its Community Contributions Program, Mayo Clinic provides funding support to nonprofit organizations serving Olmsted County.

Community investments are aligned with the Olmsted County Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) priorities and aim to create a welcoming, healthy, and vibrant community that supports residents and sustains a diverse healthcare workforce.

Funding Priorities

Mayo Clinic considers grant requests that support CHNA priority areas:

• Access to Care
• Mental Health
• Food Security

Programs may include:

• Health and Human Services
• Education and workforce development
• Youth enrichment
• Belonging initiatives
• Arts and cultural enrichment
• Capital campaigns
• Community events

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
• Serve Olmsted County, Minnesota
• Apply no more than once per fiscal year (December 1 – November 30)
• Request funding that does not exceed 20% of the organization’s operating budget

This policy applies to both requests above $5,000 and those $5,000 or less.

Ineligible Requests

The Mayo Clinic Community Contributions Program does not support:

• Conferences
• Disease-specific initiatives
• Events such as bike rides, golf outings, walks, runs, or post-prom events

Application Timeline

Funding Requests Above $5,000

📅 1st Quarter Deadline: November 30
📩 Decision Notification: By February 28

Funding Requests of $5,000 or Less

• Reviewed twice monthly
• Typically notified within four weeks (delays possible due to volume)

Event Sponsorships

• Must be submitted at least 12 weeks prior to the event
• Use the designated event sponsorship form
• Do not include sponsorship requests within grant applications

Application Process

All applications must be submitted through the GrantsConnect portal. Separate forms are available for:

• Grant requests above $5,000
• Grant requests of $5,000 or less
• Event sponsorship requests

Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.communityengagement.mayoclinic.org/rochester-mn

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is ideal for Olmsted County nonprofits that:

• Address access to care, mental health, or food security
• Deliver measurable community health outcomes
• Seek program or capital support
• Align closely with local health priorities

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Quarterly (for requests above $5,000)
Current Deadline: November 30
Best Suited For: 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Olmsted County, MN
Funding Limit: Generally no more than 20% of annual operating budget
Application Tip: Clearly align your proposal with CHNA priority areas and demonstrate local community impact.