Specifications include, but are not limited to: The purpose of the Grant is to increase opportunities for youth to participate in sports and recreational activities by providing funding to local government units (LGUs) for sports equipment. A total of $125,000 has been made available for this grant cycle. Grants up to $10,000 are available. The contract term for equipment grants is expected to be 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2025 but may be subject to change. 1.3.1 Eligibility To be eligible for the Grant: I. Applicant must be a local government unit (LGU) located in Hennepin County. II. The majority of individuals benefitting from grant funding must reside within Hennepin County. III. The equipment must be used and intended for kids ages 18 years or younger, and/or be used by individuals participating in U4-U19 sports. IV. Equipment purchased with grant funds must be used for youth athletic or recreational activities that take place in Hennepin County. V. Equipment purchased with grant funds must reside and be stored in Hennepin County. VI. Equipment purchased with grant funds must be reusable and not intended for single use or kept by individual athletes. VII. Partner organizations and entities receiving grant funds must be registered with the Minnesota Secretary of State. VIII. Applicant may submit no more than five applications. If more than five applications are received, all applications may be considered ineligible and rejected as non-responsive.
