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Minneapolis Seeks Proposals for Youth-Led Climate Action Projects

The City of Minneapolis Health Department is seeking proposals for youth-led climate action projects under the Green Careers Exploration Program. - Government Buyer: - City of Minneapolis, Health Department - Contact: Rachel Bake, Room 310, 505 Fourth Ave S - Eligible Applicants: - Youth-led organizations, youth-serving organizations, and sponsor organizations (e.g., city agencies, schools, educational institutions, museums, community organizations) - Projects must be proposed, designed, and led by at least two young people aged 15-24 - Private companies, individuals, and political parties are not eligible - Products/Services Requested: - Programmatic services to support, design, and implement youth-led climate action projects - Example project areas: climate education, research and data collection, resilience and adaptation, green infrastructure, sustainable agriculture, circular economy initiatives, sustainable waste management, transportation, and climate governance - One unit of "HLTH_ Youth Climate Action Projects" requested - Funding Details: - Up to $4,950 per project, with a total of $40,000 available across multiple contracts - Organizations may receive funding for up to three separate projects - Funding is provided on a reimbursement basis - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Projects must align with the Minneapolis Climate Equity Plan - Strong emphasis on youth leadership and engagement - Projects must be completed within the specified program period - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is a grant for programmatic services rather than procurement of goods.

Description

The City of Minneapolis is soliciting proposals for youth-led climate action projects under the Green Careers Exploration Program. The program aims to support youth aged 15 to 24 in creating and executing projects aligned with the city's climate priorities, offering up to $4,950 in funding per project. Eligible projects include climate education, research, resilience, green infrastructure, sustainable agriculture, waste management, transportation, and governance. Proposals must be submitted electronically by September 16, 2026, and projects should be completed by April 15, 2027.

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