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 [email protected]

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