Minnesota Health Grants

This grant provides financial support to organizations in the Duluth area that promote equity and justice for people of African Heritage through community-building activities and initiatives.

This program provides $40 million in funding to support environmental and public health initiatives in underserved communities across the Great Lakes region, prioritizing tribal governments, small nonprofits, and local organizations addressing environmental challenges.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and local governments working to address environmental justice issues and improve public health in underserved communities across the U.S.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations focused on arts, education, health, and human services, primarily benefiting the Twin Cities region of Minnesota.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural ambulance services in Minnesota to implement programs that allow emergency medical personnel to treat patients on-site instead of transporting them to hospitals, improving healthcare access and outcomes in underserved areas.

This program provides financial support to businesses in Ramsey and Washington Counties, Minnesota, to reduce harmful pollutants and adopt safer practices, enhancing both environmental sustainability and public health.

This funding initiative provides $5,000 to organizations in Northwest Minnesota to help meet the immediate needs of individuals and families facing urgent challenges, such as food insecurity and assistance with essential supplies.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in specific communities to support initiatives that enhance social and financial empowerment, improving the well-being of residents through access to resources and capacity building.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations in Otter Tail County for programs that prevent substance use among youth and young adults, focusing on building resilience and promoting mental health.

This grant provides financial assistance to individuals facing life-threatening illnesses, helping them alleviate financial burdens and focus on their health and well-being.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Minnesota that support children facing adversity by promoting strong family relationships and emotional well-being through community initiatives and school programs.

The Tier 3 Clinical/Translational Research Grant is designed for advanced research projects that are concurrently applying for or have funding from federal or industry sources. This grant requires published preliminary data and offers up to $500,000 over three years with an additional two-year no-cost extension.

This funding opportunity supports small, rural nonprofit hospitals in Minnesota to develop strategic plans or implement projects that improve access to essential health services in their communities.

This program provides financial assistance to businesses in Wabasha for improving the exterior of their commercial or industrial buildings, promoting revitalization and private investment in the community.

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.

The Ramsey County's Critical Corridors Development & Infrastructure program is a redevelopment grant, offering $100,000 to $500,000 for projects that intensify land use, facilitate multifamily housing, improve pedestrian or bicycle infrastructure, and promote development in disinvested areas within transit, economic, and cultural corridors in Ramsey County, Minnesota.

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Injury and Violence Prevention Section is seeking proposals for drug overdose prevention services in Minnesota. This grant opportunity aims to reduce overdose deaths and enhance prevention efforts across the state. The funding source is state dollars allocated through the Minnesota Comprehensive Drug Overdose and Morbidity Prevention Act. The grant period is from June 30, 2024, to May 31, 2028, with up to approximately $500,000 awarded annually for four years. The program's mission aligns with public health initiatives to combat the opioid crisis and promote community well-being. The grant prioritizes best practice approaches in service delivery, requiring programs and activities to be trauma-informed, person-centered, strength-based, culturally responsive, and utilize harm reduction principles. These principles serve as the foundation's strategic priorities, emphasizing a holistic and compassionate approach to overdose prevention. By focusing on these core tenets, the program aims to address the multifaceted challenges of drug overdose by supporting individuals and communities with effective and respectful interventions. The grant is divided into two categories. Category 1, the TOWN Program for Communities, estimates $400,000 per year for a four-year total of $1,600,000, with an anticipated two awards. Category 2, the TOWN Program – Telehealth MOUD Bridge, estimates $100,000 per year for a four-year total of $400,000, with one anticipated award. These categories demonstrate a strategic focus on both community-based interventions and telehealth solutions, indicating a theory of change that combines localized support with accessible healthcare. Eligible applicants include a wide range of organizations, such as community-based organizations, community health centers, tribal governments, educational institutions, and county governments/community health boards. Applicants must be located and conduct grant activities in Minnesota, promoting local impact. The expected outcomes are a reduction in overdose deaths and enhanced overdose prevention efforts, with measurable results tied to the annual funding and the specific aims of each grant category. This comprehensive approach aims to create a significant and lasting positive impact on public health in Minnesota.

The Minnesota Department of Health is offering a grant of $100,000 to $500,000 for an organization to provide bereavement support and promote healthy pregnancies through loss prevention strategies, serving grieving parents or caregivers statewide, with the grant period running from January 2, 2025, to December 31, 2027.

This grant provides financial support to local nonprofits and organizing committees in Mankato to create or sustain community events that benefit the local economy and are open to the public.

This funding opportunity supports community-driven projects that improve water quality and promote environmental stewardship in the Twin Cities area, targeting eligible non-profits, schools, and local organizations.