Spring 2026 youth activities grants

The Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants program is soliciting applications for grants to support youth activities in Hennepin County, Minnesota. The program offers grants for play areas, equipment, lifeguard services, and arts & music projects. Eligible applicants include local government units, such as municipalities, public school districts, park districts, and watershed districts. The grant application process involves submitting a grant application form, attestation letter, and other required documents through the Hennepin County Supplier Portal. The application deadline is May 7, 2026, at 4 p.m. • The grant program has multiple grant cycles per year, with approximately $1.3 million allocated for this grant cycle. • The program encourages partnerships between local government units and local organizations. • Grant awards will be paid through a cost-reimbursement contract, with grant recipients required to track grant budget expenditures and submit proof of expenditure and payment for line-item budget expenses. • The County reserves the right to modify the RFA at any time prior to the application due date and to withdraw, cancel, suspend, and/or modify the Request for Applications.