The Resilient Communities Project (RCP) at the University of Minnesota is currently accepting proposals from cities, counties, tribal public entities, and other local government agencies for partnerships during the University’s 2023–2024 academic year (September 2023–August 2024).
RCP Partnerships support projects designed to advance community sustainability, equity, and resilience. Projects may address a broad range of local issues and needs, from housing, parks and recreation, and transportation to climate change, public safety, and community development. RCP especially encourages projects that address racial or other inequities and disparities in Minnesota.
Successful applicants will benefit from hundreds of hours of research and technical assistance provided by graduate and professional students and faculty at the University of Minnesota, from departments and disciplines relevant to your project and needs.
Who Is Eligible: Cities, counties, tribal public entities, special districts (e.g., watershed, transit, park, school), and regional government agencies or collaboratives in Minnesota are eligible to apply. The selection process is competitive. Successful applicants must support the effort through dedicated staff time and a local financial contribution.
Program Cost: For the 2023–2024 academic year, costs are $6,000 per project for partnerships that involve 1–4 projects, or $5,000 per project for partnerships that involve 5 or more projects. For large-scale partnerships involving 10 or more projects, please contact us for individualized pricing.
Deadline for Proposals: Proposals are accepted at any time. However, for projects intended to begin fall 2023 academic term (September to December), proposals must be received by April 30, 2023. Communities selected for participation will be notified by the end of May 2023. Proposals must be submitted by email as a single PDF file to rcp@umn.edu.
For More information or to Apply: https://z.umn.edu/RCP-standard-cfp.
RCP staff are available to help with development of your proposal at any stage—from introducing the RCP program and model to your staff, elected officials, and other stakeholders to helping brainstorm ideas for projects. Contact mgreco@umn.edu to get started!