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Greetings! We hope our newsletter serves as a resource for staying connected to Hennepin County activities and staying updated on county news and services.
As always, please reach out with questions, comments, or to learn more about how to get involved.
 Masks help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Get masks for your organization. Thank you for encouraging those around you to wear a mask for the health and safety of all. #HennepinResponds #MaskUpMN
Get help remaining in isolation
If you're a Hennepin County resident who has recently tested positive for COVID-19 and needs help remaining in isolation, we can help. Call 612-348-3000 or email EssentialServices@hennepin.us.
A collaboration between Wells Fargo and NeighborWorks America is offering down payment assistance for eligible Minneapolis homebuyers who complete approved homebuyer education. The program offers $15,000 to use toward down payment and/or closing costs. It will be available beginning January 11.
You can visit https://nwhomepartners.org/neighborhoodlift/ to apply. The initial period for requesting NeighborhoodLIFT funds has ended. Additional funds will be available beginning Monday, January 25 at 9:00 a.m. and each Monday morning at 9:00 a.m. after, until funds are no longer available.
Seeking proposals for public service activities
Hennepin County is seeking proposals for public services for low- and moderate-income residents through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Up to $450,000 is available to support public service activities in 2021.
All applications are due by February 20 at 3:00 p.m.
Access the RFP and apply
- Visit the Supplier Portal
- You can view the separate RFPs and materials by clicking the specific RFP you wish to view in the "Events" panel on the right half of the screen
- To apply, follow the on-screen instructions
You will need to be registered in the Supplier Portal to submit an application. For detailed instructions on how to register and submit an application, visit the Supplier Portal information page.
Eligible applicants
- Government agencies
- Community-based organizations
- Tribal organizations
- Nonprofit entities
Funding priorities
Top Hennepin County priorities for CDBG funding in 2020 include emergency assistance such as temporary or short-term housing assistance and homelessness prevention.
Other priorities, include:
- Domestic abuse counseling
- Financial counseling
- Job training
- Senior services
- Senior center programming
- Tenant advocacy
- Youth counseling or programming
Questions about this RFP should be submitted in writing via e-mail with the subject line “CDBG 2021 Public Service Inquiry” to the following: Tyler Morales: tyler.morales@hennepin.us, and Tonja West-Hafner: tonja.west-hafner@hennepin.us with copy to Ian Clobes: ian.clobes@hennepin.us
Join a month-long challenge to reduce your plastic consumption, especially single-use plastics, in ways that fit best in your lifestyle. Join now at hennepinplasticfree.ecochallenge.org
Although plastic is a versatile material with many uses, it is also concerning because it presents health risks, contributes to litter and pollution, and is challenging to dispose of. Some of the most common and problematic plastic items we deal with every day come in the form of packaging and single-use plastics. Since these items are used for a short period of time and then discarded, they contribute significantly to the increasing amount of plastic waste.
If you’re looking for work, support is available during this challenging time. You might be eligible for a Career Kit with free materials to aid in your career search.
Find out if you’re eligible and get connected with resources
- Hennepin County residents: Call 763-279-4400
- Ramsey County residents: 651-539-4100
Included in Career Kits:
- Creative career search book
- Flash drive, notepad, pen, and string bag
- Information about career services
- And more
Frostbite can happen in minutes. These warming spaces are available to all who need them.
http://hennepin.us/staywarm
Contact us
Angela Conley
Commissioner, 4th District
Binta Kanteh
Policy Director
612-348-5204
Shanese Reed
District Outreach and Scheduler
612-348-3204
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