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Grants of $8,000 to Minnesota emerging artists to produce and present public works of art in a wide range of disciplines. Artists are required to obtain site permission for most projects. For the purposes of these grants, public art can be defined broadly as artwork in

Grants of up to $20,000 to Minnesota government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and schools in eligible locations to serve individuals with complex physical and intellectual disabilities. The purpose of the funding is to provide individuals with equipment or services

Grants of up to $15,000 to Minnesota small businesses in eligible locations for assistance during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) health crisis. Funding is intended to support businesses that have suffered economic loss or experienced challenges during the pandemic. All elig

Grants of up to $25,000 to Minnesota farmers, businesses, agricultural cooperatives, and local government agencies for the purchase of equipment to increase sales. Priority funding includes responding to needs due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) or civil unrest. Funding is in

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit and faith-based organizations, schools, neighborhood groups, and business associations in eligible areas for environmental and social justice programs. Funding is intended to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote racial equity. Eligi

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, units of government, and government-created public agencies for projects to enhance the quality of life for visitors and local residents in eligible areas. Funding is intended to support initiatives with educational, charitab

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, community-action entities, tribal governments, and local units of government to reduce lead levels in houses located in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support organizations that can implement lead hazard reduction

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota water suppliers to protect drinking water for the benefit of residents across the State. Funding is intended to support activities that manage or eradicate contamination of public waters. Eligible uses include wellhead protection act

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, state, local, and tribal agencies, and educational institutions in eligible locations for transportation infrastructure initiatives in local communities. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to the full application

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota small businesses in eligible locations for emergency assistance to mitigate the negative impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Funding is intended to help offset the costs of business interruption from March 1 to September 3

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota small businesses in eligible locations for assistance during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) health crisis. Funding is intended to support local businesses that have been financially impacted by the pandemic. Eligible businesses are locat

Grants to Iowa and Minnesota nonprofit community organizations in eligible areas for community projects and programs. Funding is intended for general operations support, new projects and programs, equipment and materials, and capital support. Projects must benefit the c