Metropolitan Economic Development
Minneapolis, Minnesota · EIN 410977257 · Private foundation
Metropolitan Economic Development is a private foundation based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $25K in giving and $59.5M in assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 61 individual grants from this funder — $1.8M awarded across 2017–2024 — including its support for economic development. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What Metropolitan Economic Development funds
Metropolitan Economic Development's giving carries a documented focus on economic development, health care, mental health, sports & recreation.
Populations it has supported include black communities.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce Pass Thorugh Grant from McKnight Foundation | St Paul, MN | $1.0M | 2024 |
| Intent Energy LLC JPMC Foundation grant | Minneapolis, MN | $89K | 2024 |
| State of Minnesota - Dept of Admin Certification Gateway Grant | St Paul, MN | $61K | 2017 |
How to apply for funding from Metropolitan Economic Development
Metropolitan Economic Development's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at meda.net.
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Frequently asked questions about Metropolitan Economic Development
- Does Metropolitan Economic Development accept grant applications?
- Metropolitan Economic Development's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Metropolitan Economic Development fund?
- Metropolitan Economic Development's grants focus on economic development. Example recipients include Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce, Intent Energy LLC, State of Minnesota - Dept of Admin. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Metropolitan Economic Development give in grants?
- Metropolitan Economic Development's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $25K in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $1.8M over 61 grants.
- Where is Metropolitan Economic Development located?
- Metropolitan Economic Development is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 410977257.
- How can I find foundations similar to Metropolitan Economic Development?
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