Roseville Area Community Foundation
The Roseville Area Community Foundation was established by an agreement between the city of Roseville, Minnesota and the North Suburban Community Foundation, a Minnesota non-profit corporation, in 1991. The Roseville Area Community Foundation distributes a portion of profits from lawful gambling on behalf of the City Council.
The Foundation welcomes requests from Independent School District #623 staff as well as a variety of local direct-service community organizations, like those that provide youth programs, counseling, food, and enrichment activities such as participatory arts programs or gatherings. The Foundation funds events, programs, and projects for people living in the city of Roseville or the geographic boundaries of ISD #623 and will support non-profits located in Roseville, MN.
“We at Keystone are grateful for our longstanding partnership with the Roseville Area Community Foundation. We have a shared commitment to supporting low-income seniors, families and the greater community. Funding from RACF helps Keystone fight hunger and isolation, providing Roseville area neighbors with food, resources, and connection.”
– Julia McCarthy, Director of Programs at Keystone Community Services
Keystone Community Services
Granted $5,000 in 2024 for food shelf services and crisis assistance
2024 DEADLINES
February 19, 2024
Grant meeting March 11, 2024
May 20, 2024
Grant meeting June 10, 2024
August 19, 2024
Grant meeting September 9, 2024
November 18, 2024
Grant Meeting December 9, 2024
– Dr. Jenny Loeck, Superintendent, Roseville Area Schools
Roseville Area High School Band Booster Club
Granted $2,500 in 2022 for a 5-octave marimba
"Community foundations play a vital role in ensuring that youth basketball programs remain accessible to all aspiring athletes, regardless of financial constraints. By providing grants to offset costs, they empower young talents to pursue their passion for the game, fostering inclusivity, skill development, and a sense of belonging within our communities."
- Brian Ollison, President, Roseville Youth Basketball Association
Roseville Youth Basketball Association
Granted $5,020 in 2023 for registration fee discounts
"The Roseville Area Community Foundation grant was critical to our being able to offer high quality, engaging musical performances to older adult residents of Roseville, bringing them joy, inspiration, and an opportunity to socialize. While many live independently, by bringing our Seniors Rock Ensemble and professional artistic staff to where residents live and gather, we reduced financial, transportation, mobility, and health barriers to arts access. Without the funding the cost to bring our 30+ member ensemble would be too much for the facilities to cover with their limited activities budgets."
- Teri Deaver, Managing Director, Alive & Kickin
Alive & Kickin
Granted $2,500 in 2023 for three community concerts
Resuming In-Person Meetings
The RACF board has resumed meeting grantees in person for a brief 10-minute presentation which may be followed by some board member questions to clarify your request. However, this is subject to change if safety concerns related to COVID-19 make this inadvisable. You will be notified prior to the meeting whether it will take place on Zoom or in person.
If you do not have access to Zoom, please contact us at racf.info@gmail.com
to discuss options.