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Minneapolis RFP: Youth-Led Climate Action Projects for Green Careers Exploration Program

The City of Minneapolis Health Department is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to implement 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) - Must be legally registered non-profits or public entities - Products/Services Requested: - Implementation and support of youth-led climate action projects - Projects must be designed and led by at least two young people (ages 15-24) - Focus areas include: climate education, research, resilience, green infrastructure, sustainable agriculture, circular economy, waste management, transportation, and climate governance - Funding Details: - Up to $4,950 reimbursement per project - Total available funding: $40,000 across multiple contracts - Notable Requirements: - Projects must align with the Minneapolis Climate Equity Plan - Completion required within the program period (ending by May 14, 2027) - Detailed reporting required, including participant demographics and post-program evaluation - City will provide technical assistance - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a grant/reimbursement program for services and project implementation 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, such as climate education, resilience, green infrastructure, sustainable agriculture, and more. Eligible organizations include youth-led, youth-serving, and sponsor organizations that are legally registered and recognized as non-profits or public entities. The program offers reimbursement funding up to $4,950 per project, with a total of $40,000 available across multiple contracts. Proposals are due by September 16, 2026, and projects must be completed by April 15, 2027.

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