Labor Standards Outreach Grant
Forecasted
The Labor Standards Outreach Grant funds nonprofits to educate and empower Minnesota workers about their rights under state labor laws, with a focus on underserved and high-barrier populations.
Funder: Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical award size not specified; previous cycles funded 7–8 organizations per year.
Summary: Supports nonprofit-led outreach and education to increase worker awareness of Minnesota labor standards laws, focusing on underserved and high-barrier populations.
Key Information: Forecasted grant—dates and details may change; check program page for updates.
Description
This program, administered by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, funds nonprofit organizations to conduct outreach, education, and technical assistance to help Minnesota workers understand and assert their rights under state labor standards laws. The grant targets critical workplace protections—such as wage theft prevention, child labor restrictions, accommodations for pregnant or nursing employees, and paid sick leave. Particular emphasis is placed on reaching workers facing barriers related to education, income, immigration status, geographic isolation, and language access. The program prioritizes community-centered, culturally relevant, and accessible engagement strategies, aiming to empower those most at risk of workplace rights violations.
