Minnesota HF2518 allocates $8 million for WomenVenture grants to support child care providers and women food entrepreneurs.

Minnesota HF2518 provides $8 million in fiscal year 2026 to WomenVenture for grants aimed at supporting child care providers and women food entrepreneurs. The funds can be used for business training, creating materials for child care start-ups, and expanding women's businesses in the food supply chain. Eligible uses include leasehold improvements, equipment purchases, and working capital. The grants can be in the form of loans, forgivable loans, or outright grants. Up to 5% of the funds can cover WomenVenture's administrative costs.

Minnesota HF2518 allocates $8 million for WomenVenture grants to support child care providers and women food entrepreneurs.

Minnesota HF2518 provides $8 million in fiscal year 2026 to WomenVenture for grants aimed at supporting child care providers and women food entrepreneurs. The funds can be used for business training, creating materials for child care start-ups, and expanding women's businesses in the food supply chain. Eligible uses include leasehold improvements, equipment purchases, and working capital. The grants can be in the form of loans, forgivable loans, or outright grants. Up to 5% of the funds can cover WomenVenture's administrative costs.