Climate Action and Racial Equity Fund
This grant funds community-driven science and research projects in Minneapolis that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and advance racial equity, with priority for initiatives in Green Zones and underserved communities.
Funder: Minneapolis Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: ~$300,000 total available; typical awards range from $20,000–$50,000 for up to 1–2 years
Summary: Supports community-driven projects in Minneapolis that advance climate justice, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and promote racial equity.
Key Information: Projects must occur within Minneapolis; preference for those serving Green Zone residents.
Description
The Climate Action and Racial Equity Fund provides grants to support place-based, community-driven initiatives in Minneapolis that address both climate action and racial equity. Funded projects must align with the Minneapolis Climate Equity Plan and the Strategic and Racial Equity Action Plan, aiming to reduce local greenhouse gas emissions, increase community resilience, and address systemic disparities. Priority is given to projects serving the city’s designated Green Zones and those that engage communities most affected by environmental and racial inequities.
