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February 10, 2025
Office of Cannabis Management launches grants program for community restoration
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is pleased to announce the CanRenew Community Restoration Grant Program to help restore communities disproportionally impacted by drug enforcement. A request for proposals is available now on our website for those interested in applying for grant funds.
This $1 million grant program was established to support economic development, public health, violence prevention, youth development, and civil legal aid in communities disproportionately impacted by cannabis prohibition. CanRenew is designed to invest in growth, safety, and stability to foster long-term social and economic well-being. CanRenew grant funds are not intended to support cannabis business operations and cannot be used on revenue-generating projects.
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Award amounts: $50,000 – $200,000 per project
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Eligible applicants: Nonprofit organizations, Tribal organizations, educational institutions, local governments, private businesses, and community groups
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Use of funds: Community-based investments that address economic and social disparities
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Grant period: One year, starting approximately June 30, 2025
Application Requirements:
Organizations interested in applying must submit a written application detailing:
- Their proposed community investment
- The needs their project will address
- The measurable impact expected
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Their track record of success and community support
OCM will also host an informational webinar series to guide prospective CanRenew grant applicants through the request for proposals process.
CanRenew Grant Informational and Technical Assistance Session
Friday, February 21, 2025, 10:30 a.m. - noon Register Here
CanRenew Grant Informational and Technical Assistance Session
Wednesday, March 5, 2025, 9-10:30 a.m. Register Here
CanRenew Grant Informational and Technical Assistance Session
Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 2-3:30 p.m. Register Here
Funding will be awarded through a competitive review process, with selection based on a project’s potential impact, alignment with program goals, and demonstrated community support. OCM expects to announce grant awards in spring 2025.
The OCM Division of Social Equity wants to ensure long-term social and economic stability for vulnerable communities with the projects that receive funding and hopes to promote a fair marketplace for social equity applicants via equitable lending and training while building mutual trust and an independent, sustainable funding ecosystem.
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