Red Wing Shoe Company – Community Grants (May 15 Deadline)
Supporting Education, Arts & Sciences, and Environmental Stewardship
The Red Wing Shoe Company Foundation (RWSCF) provides grants to nonprofit organizations that align with its long-standing mission to strengthen communities through education, the arts and sciences, and environmental stewardship. The next grant application deadline is May 15.
Organization: Red Wing Shoe Company Foundation (RWSCF)
Support Type: Corporate foundation grants
Geographic Focus: Communities aligned with Red Wing Shoe Company operations (primarily Minnesota and surrounding areas)
Next Deadline: 📅 May 15
About the Funder
Founded in 1955, the same year Minnesota established the legal framework for corporate foundations, the Red Wing Shoe Company Foundation has supported nonprofit organizations for nearly 70 years.
The Foundation advances its mission through:
- Direct grantmaking
- An employee matching program called Partners In Sharing
RWSCF is committed to enriching communities by investing in programs that expand opportunity, promote cultural engagement, and enhance the natural environment.
What This Program Supports
The Foundation focuses its funding in the following areas:
🎓 Education
- Programs that further educational opportunity
- Academic enrichment initiatives
- Community-based learning programs
🎨 Arts & Sciences
- Cultural programming
- Arts access and engagement
- Science-related educational initiatives
🌿 Environmental Stewardship & Outdoor Access
- Efforts to enhance and protect the natural environment
- Programs promoting outdoor experiences
- Initiatives that encourage community enjoyment of natural spaces
Grants are awarded to organizations whose missions align closely with these priorities.
Eligibility
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
- Programs aligned with the Foundation’s stated focus areas
- Organizations able to demonstrate measurable community benefit
Applicants should ensure alignment with Foundation priorities before applying.
Funding Timeline & Board Review
The RWSCF Board of Directors meets quarterly to review grant applications.
2026 Application Deadlines:
- February 13, 2026
- May 15, 2026
- August 14, 2026
- October 16, 2026
2026 Board Meeting Dates:
- February 25, 2026
- May 27, 2026
- August 26, 2026
- October 28, 2026
Applications submitted by May 15 will be reviewed at the May board meeting.
Application Process
Grant applications must be submitted by the posted deadline for consideration at the corresponding quarterly board meeting.
Organizations may also explore the Partners In Sharing employee matching program for additional support opportunities.
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Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is a strong fit for organizations that:
- Advance educational initiatives in their communities
- Promote arts, science, or cultural programming
- Support environmental conservation or outdoor access
- Operate in communities connected to Red Wing Shoe Company
With a May 15 deadline, this is a timely opportunity for nonprofits planning summer or fall programming.
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Quarterly board review
Next Deadline: May 15
Decision Timeline: Reviewed at May 27 board meeting
Best Suited For: Education, arts & sciences, and environmental nonprofits
