We’re Welcoming Applications for 2023 People for Parks Fund Grants.

 

Are you a community member or group with a great idea for improving parks in your neighborhood? Then you’re invited to apply for a 2023 People for Parks Fund grant!

 

The Minneapolis Parks Foundation first introduced the People for Parks Fund grant program in 2021. In just the first two years, we’ve granted over $80,000 for 15 projects and activities, including youth swimming and snowboarding lessons, bird watching for BIPOC adults, Slow Roll community bike rides, and Afro Cardio/Yoga classes, habitat restoration, and much more.

 

2023 Grant Opportunity

This year, the People for Parks Fund Advisory Committee authorized $55,000 in funding for community-grown projects and activities taking place in Minneapolis parks from June 1, 2023, to May 31, 2024.

Most grants will be between $1,000 and $10,000 and will be awarded to 501c3 and 501c4 organizations, government agencies, and community groups and others with a fiscal agent.

 

Applications are due by March 15 and are available in English, Spanish, and Somali. For grant guidelines, criteria, and a link to the online application form, please visit our People for Parks Fund page.