Funding opportunities for local government

Since 2014, local government and nonprofit organizations have used more than $16.3 million in funding to positively impact central Minnesota communities.

These programs are limited to members in Sourcewell's five-county service area.

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Looking for public safety funding opportunities?

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Coming soon! The Sourcewell Funding Portal will soon serve as your centralized hub for all funding applications. Prior to the Portal launch, we will hold an information session to support you through this process transition. We look forward to serving you more efficiently as you build thriving communities!

    Need just a little extra financial support to get a small project done in your community? Get up to $2,000 per fiscal year through our Boost Funds program.

    2024-25 Boost Funds application for local governments (PDF) >

    Plan for a project, or collection of projects, that enhance operations and programs! Request up to $50,000 per fiscal year with the requirement of a 25% match. Resolutions are only required for county applications. 

    2024-25 Match Funds application for local governments (PDF) >

    Our goal is to help our local governments better serve their communities.

    Information on Impact Funds for fiscal year 2025-26 will be available early 2025.

    2024 funding recipients >

    Access professional expertise outside of your entity to enhance operations and programs. Request up to $20,000 per fiscal year with 100% of costs reimbursed. Multiple requests allowed.

    Learn how to apply >

    Shape future community leaders and get support for your entity. We'll even help you pay the intern through our Internship Reimbursement Program.

    Learn how to apply >

    Sourcewell reimburses eligible entities for approved trainings including initial and refresher courses on CPR/AED, Basic First Aid, EMR, and EMT.

    Reimbursement request form >

    Access local training facilities at no cost. Through a partnership with the Precision Driving Center of Minnesota, Sourcewell covers 100% of the cost for law enforcement, city ambulance, fire departments, public works, and highway departments. Schedule directly with the Precision Driving Center of Minnesota.

    Learn more >

    Earn 1% cash back when your entity purchases from a Sourcewell contract. These rebate dollars are kept in a Sourcewell account, and you'll automatically receive the rebate cash payout every fall. Eligibility is limited to local government entities.

    Search awarded contracts >

    A Record-Setting Day of Community Impact

    Almost $3 million was awarded to local nonprofit and government agencies through Sourcewell's Community Impact Funds in 2024.

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    2024 Impact Funding Review Day

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