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Request for Applications for Training Conferences Co-Sponsorship Funds

The Minnesota Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities (Council) is pleased to announce the availability of a total of $20,000 in co-sponsorship funds to help with planning and carrying out educational and training events or conferences.  Training MUST be designed for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.  As a result of the training, attendees will increase their independence, productivity, self-determination, integration, and inclusion (IPSII) in the community. Training may be planned as in-person, hybrid, or remote. Grant funds are intended to assist an organization to pay for presenter fees or scholarships and individualized accommodations for participants.

We invite you to consider applying for these co-sponsorship funds.

Conference dates? Conferences/training must be completed on or before September 19, 2026.

Dollar Amount? Maximum is $2,000 to an organization.

Who can apply? Minnesota not-for-profit organizations, for-profit organizations, public entities, or Tribal Nations that provide services to individuals with developmental disabilities

When were applications due? Applications must have been received no later than 5:00 PM (CST) on Thursday, January 15, 2026.

You may download the application here.

Direct all questions about this grant opportunity to paul.nevin@state.mn.us

December 8, 2025

Business/Organization Requirements and Recordkeeping

The GCDD expects that suppliers who are awarded funds for grant projects and programs are in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, and other requirements. This is true regardless of the dollar amount involved, or the type or size of the business. These requirements include a record keeping system that is best suited to the business, and will help monitor and track income and expenses, and other financial and business transactions.

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