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December 4, 2025
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is now accepting applications for the CanRenew community restoration grant program, which invests in communities disproportionately affected by cannabis prohibition.
The $10.9 million program, established in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 342, invests in community development, safety and stability. The application window is now open and will close on January 12, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. CST.
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Tier 1: Grantees will be awarded between $2,500 and $10,000. This tier is for newer, smaller investments and provides a more accessible pathway to state funding. While this tier is geared towards organizations that are newer to state funding, any organization is welcome to apply.
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Tier 2: Award amounts will be between $50,000 and $2,000,000. Organizations that are awarded a tier 2 grant will have the ability to implement larger projects. Finalists will undergo a financial and capacity risk assessment in compliance with Minnesota Statutes, section 16B.981, which will also inform monitoring requirements during the grant period.
Eligible organizations include: nonprofits, federally recognized Tribes, educational institutions, local governments, private businesses, community groups, and partnerships between any of these types of organizations.
CanRenew funds community-oriented projects focused on economic development, improving social determinants of health, violence prevention, civil legal aid, and youth engagement. Funds cannot be used for cannabis business operations or revenue-generating projects; applications requesting funds for these purposes will be disqualified.
Register to attend a technical assistance session on applying for a grant by selecting the links below:
For more information, including the full request for proposals and application instructions, please visit our website. The application process will be competitive. We encourage you to explore the grant early and determine if your organization is eligible.
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