Lead Remediation in Drinking Water in Schools and Child Care Settings Grant Program
Minnesota Department of Health's Lead Remediation Grant funds projects to remove lead from drinking water in schools and child care facilities, focusing on fixture replacement and plumbing upgrades.
Funder: Minnesota Department of Health
Due Dates: September 30, 2026 (last day of each month; monthly rolling deadlines)
Funding Amounts: ~$350,000 total; typical awards $5,000–$45,000; 5–15 awards per cycle
Summary: Supports projects to remediate lead in drinking water in Minnesota schools and licensed child care settings, including fixture replacement and plumbing upgrades.
Key Information: No matching funds required; reimbursement-based; priority for high-need and high-lead facilities.
Description
This grant program, administered by the Minnesota Department of Health, funds efforts to reduce sources of lead in drinking water at schools and licensed child care facilities across Minnesota. Eligible projects include replacing or removing fixtures, fountains, or outlets containing lead, upgrading plumbing materials, and installing automatic flushing devices to minimize lead accumulation. The program prioritizes projects serving disadvantaged communities and those with documented high lead levels, aiming to ensure safer drinking water for children.
