Our Foundation

Best Buy Children's Foundation supports and strengthens communities by contributing to a variety of organizations and programs that foster engaged, fun learning experiences for children through the use of interactive technology.

What We Do Fund
The majority of funded proposals are initiated by the Foundation. However, we are interested in learning about existing and emerging national programs that creatively use interactive technology to make learning a fun and engaging experience for children.

All grant-seeking organizations must be a certified 501(c)(3).

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Organizations and/or programs proposed for funding must fit into one of these categories for consideration:

National program

Must serve a national audience
Must have a national distribution plan in place
Must have national partnerships in place

See if your organization is eligible to apply for a National Grant.

Twin Cities, MN
The Best Buy corporate headquarters resides in Richfield, Minnesota; just outside of Minneapolis. The Twin Cities Fund considers proposals from nonprofit organizations that:

Serve a Twin Cities audience
Support programs that enlighten and empower kids through technology inspired learning
Add to the vibrancy of the Twin Cities area

Grants are administered and evaluated on an annual basis. Support for continuing programs not to exceed 5 years.

See if your organization is eligible to apply for a Twin Cities Grant.

Twin Cities grant applications to the Best Buy Children Foundation are reviewed on a quarterly basis, with the following application deadlines.

November 1
February 1
May 1
August 1

What We Do Not Fund
Best Buy Children's Foundations does not make grant to:

Organizations that are not tax-exempt under paragraph 501(c)(3) of the U.S. IRS Code
Fraternal organizations or social clubs
Units of government or quasi-governmental agencies
Labor organizations or political campaigns
Organizations designed primarily for lobbying
For-profit organizations or travel programs
Fundraising dinners, testimonials, conferences or similar events
Sole support of operating or advertising expenses
Individual requests for aid
Religious organizations for religious purposes
Health, recreation, therapeutic programs or living subsidies
Athletic teams or events

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