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Natural and Scenic Area Grants - Due 3/31

To increase, protect and enhance natural and scenic areas. 

Provides matching grants to local units of government and school districts for up to 50% of the cost of acquisition of natural and scenic areas. Minimal betterment activities are eligible as part of an acquisition project including site surveying, boundary signage, and immediate measures needed to stabilize the site and ensure the safety of users and active restoration efforts that would significantly improve the site's natural resource values.

Related to: Financial assistance, Parks and Trails, Water
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Climate Smart Food Systems Equipment/vehicle replacement grant - Due 3/27

MPCA $ to fund new, cleaner versions of on- and off-road vehicles and chargers/installation used for food transport
Related to: Financial assistance, Climate, Mobility/Transportation
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Community Identity & Heritage Grants - Due 10/15, 2026

Minnesota Humanities Center $ for emergency grants to uplift the many diverse cultural groups that make up MN
Related to: Financial assistance, Adaptation/Resiliency, Community Engagement
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Empowering Small Minnesota Communities: Short-term Task - Apply now

University of MN partner assistance for communities under 15,000 in population
Related to: Technical Assistance, Planning, IMPACT26
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PROGRAM UPDATE - Changes to Step 4 & 5 Reporting

As part of GreenStep's efforts to streamline participation and reduce barriers, the GreenStep Cities Steering Committee has adopted new reporting options and requirements for reaching Step 4 and Step 5 of the program in 2026 and beyond. 

Related to: Announcement
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State Competitiveness Funds - Open on a rolling basis

Matching funds for applying for federal funding opportunities requiring a match amount
Related to: Financial assistance, Energy, Climate, Economic Development
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Multipurpose Drainage Management Grants - Open until funded

BWSR $ to reduce erosion and flooding and improve water quality
Related to: Financial assistance, Water, Conservation, IMPACT26
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Climate Smart Communities Initiative grants - Due 3/12

$ for small-medium sized communities at any step in the planning process
Related to: Financial assistance, Climate, Planning, Community Engagement
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PROGRAM UPDATE - Changes to Community Category Calculator

Check out the NEW calculator to determine your GreenStep Category of A, B, or C.
Related to: Announcement
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Statewide Organics Management Infrastructure Grant - Due 4/15

MN Climate Smart Food Systems funding to expand capacity for composting source-separated organic materials
Related to: Announcement, Financial assistance, Climate, Health, Waste/Recycling
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