Ordean Foundation
Ordean Foundation (Duluth, MN) supports efforts to confront poverty and nurture community well-being in Duluth and adjacent St. Louis County. The site describes the foundation's mission, history, staff, and grant programs including a Catalyst Grant with eligibility and proposal submission steps.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A Duluth- or St. Louis County–based nonprofit addressing poverty and community well‑being (health, housing, shelters, food security, youth services) seeking general operating or catalytic project support.
Good Fit
- • Located in Duluth or an adjacent St. Louis County jurisdiction.
- • Work focused on poverty alleviation, basic needs, shelters, health, youth development, or similar community services.
- • Requesting general operating support or a community/catalyst grant.
- • Able to submit a written application by the foundation’s monthly deadline and to provide local impact evidence.
- • Established local partnerships or a demonstrable service footprint in Duluth.
Geography
Observed grants are concentrated entirely in Minnesota with an explicit focus on Duluth and adjacent St. Louis County; the latest year shows all grants directed in-state and the foundation’s restrictions emphasize Duluth area service.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 50 distinct recipients (41 in the prior year), a broad set of independent local nonprofits across social services and community programs, indicating a wide recipient spread for this foundation’s size.
New Applicants
Direct evidence supports new-entry access: about 24 new recipients appeared in 2023 and the foundation publishes application instructions, a mailing address, phone contact, and a recurring monthly deadline, together suggesting unfamiliar local applicants can successfully enter the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
