The Laura Jane Musser Fund was established by the estate of Laura Jane Musser of Little Falls, Minnesota to continue the personal philanthropy which she practiced in her lifetime.

Our Initiatives

RURAL

Encouraging rural communities to create collaborative and participatory efforts among citizens to strengthen their towns and regions.

ENVIRONMENTAL

Supporting projects that enhance ecological integrity and promote use of publicly-owned open spaces.

INTERCULTURAL HARMONY

Promoting mutual understanding and cooperation between groups and citizens of different cultural backgrounds.

ARTS

Assisting nonprofit arts organizations to develop, implement or sustain exceptional artistic opportunities for adults and children.

LITTLE FALLS

Supporting nonprofit organizations in Little Falls and Morrison County, MN to develop and maintain strong, vibrant and healthy communities.

For guidelines and application procedures, please click on the area of interest

 An organization may not apply to more than one initiative per grant round and may not be funded more than one time in a calendar year. Organizations with fiscal sponsors are not eligible. Please note that the Laura Jane Musser Fund does not fund advocacy. 

DEADLINES FOR GRANTS

Please refer to the specific grant page for details on the granting process and application procedures. 
Links to the online granting system are located on grant pages.

RURAL INITIATIVE October 3, 2024

Online proposals will be accepted starting September 3, 2024

INTERCULTURAL HARMONY INITIATIVE October 16, 2024

Online proposals will be accepted starting September 16, 2024

RURAL ARTS INITIATIVE March 7, 2024

Online proposals will be accepted starting February 7, 2024

ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVE March 14, 2024

Online proposals will be accepted starting February 14, 2024

LITTLE FALLS INITIATIVE March 21, 2024

Online proposals will be accepted starting February 21, 20243