Minnesota Employment Labor and Training Grants

This initiative provides funding and support to empower small rural communities in Central Minnesota to enhance local leadership, community engagement, and implement projects that promote long-term vibrancy and belonging.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Minnesota to develop workforce training programs that help adults facing employment barriers secure jobs in the agriculture sector.

This funding opportunity supports community organizations and Tribal governments in Minnesota to enhance participation and retention of people of color, Indigenous individuals, and women in registered apprenticeship programs, promoting a skilled and diverse workforce.

This funding opportunity supports small nonprofit organizations in Central Minnesota to strengthen their operational capacity in areas like food and housing support, job training, and mental health services.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, public schools, and school districts in Minneapolis and nearby suburbs to implement evidence-based reading strategies and promote equity in K-12 education.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and Tribal governments in Minnesota for projects that protect and restore the state's water resources, including initiatives like clean water workshops and stormwater filtration systems.

This program provides financial support and resources to early-stage social and environmental entrepreneurs in Greater Minnesota who are developing ventures that address social issues while generating revenue.

This program provides financial support to local businesses in Renville County for innovative projects that promote growth, sustainability, and job creation.

This funding opportunity is designed for non-profit organizations in Minnesota to implement lead hazard mitigation services, including education, blood lead testing, and environmental interventions, particularly in communities at high risk for lead exposure.

This grant provides financial support to individuals, businesses, and organizations in Minnesota to start, modernize, or expand processing operations for meat, poultry, eggs, and milk, with a focus on increasing sales and market access for locally raised livestock products.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in the Twin Cities metro area that provide essential services in education, employment, and health to low-income individuals and families.

This funding opportunity supports 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations in Hubbard County, Minnesota, that provide essential community services focused on youth education, financial stability, and health, with grants ranging from $500 to $5,000.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, schools, and tribal governments in Minnesota's Arrowhead region to create and present meaningful arts projects that benefit their communities.

This funding opportunity supports projects that celebrate cultural diversity, strengthen community connections, and empower residents in the West Bank neighborhood of Minneapolis.

This fellowship provides $5,000 to Indigenous artists and culture bearers in specific Minnesota counties to support their creative and cultural projects.

This program provides $1.6 million in annual funding to nonprofit organizations in Minnesota and Native Nations for community-led initiatives that promote equity and empower local solutions.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit clinics and government entities in Minnesota to improve access to essential health services for low-income and rural populations, particularly focusing on mental health, oral health, and services for at-risk youth.

This program provides funding to agricultural and rural electric cooperatives in Minnesota to develop facilities that produce eco-friendly nitrogen fertilizers using renewable energy and green hydrogen.

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The Small Rural Hospital Improvement Program (SHIP), overseen by the Minnesota Department of Health, aims to assist small rural hospitals in implementing value-based payment systems and improving health care quality. The program is supported by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy. SHIP funding focuses on enabling hospitals to comply with Medicare program requirements, improve health care quality, and achieve financial sustainability. For the 2025 program year, the estimated maximum grant award for eligible hospitals is $13,832, distributed equally based on state allocations. The grant does not require matching funds and operates on an annual funding cycle, with the 2025 program year running from June 2025 to May 2026. The program supports non-federal, short-term general acute care hospitals with 49 or fewer beds, located in rural areas. Eligible entities include for-profit, nonprofit, and faith-based organizations, as well as tribal hospitals. Critical Access Hospitals automatically qualify under their rural designation. Applicants must disclose potential organizational changes, such as mergers, during the application process. Collaboration is encouraged, and hospitals may apply as networks or consortia. SHIP funding can be used for a variety of purposes, including purchasing hardware and software, providing training, and supporting efforts related to value-based purchasing, accountable care organizations, and payment bundling. Examples include implementing electronic health records, conducting quality improvement training, and enhancing interoperability systems. Certain expenses are ineligible, such as staff salaries, contractor fees without training components, and supplies for patient satisfaction. Applications must be submitted online via the Minnesota Department of Health’s Grants Portal by January 10, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. Central Time. Required materials include a completed application form, budget allocation, project descriptions, and disclosures. Current SHIP grantees must reapply to receive funding for the new cycle. An informational webinar will be held on December 17, 2024, to assist applicants, with materials available afterward. Selection criteria include compliance with submission requirements, alignment with SHIP goals, and detailed descriptions of planned activities. Grantees are required to submit mid-year and final reports to ensure accountability and secure payments. The state reserves the right to conduct monitoring visits and financial reconciliations for grants exceeding $50,000. Technical assistance is available from the Minnesota Department of Health. The program emphasizes compliance with affirmative action, nondiscrimination laws, and conflict-of-interest disclosures. Applications become public after the evaluation process, except for designated trade secrets. The program timeline includes specific deadlines for reporting and invoicing, with the final report due by July 2026. Grantees must ensure their projects align with the state and federal requirements outlined in the program guidelines.