Minnesota SF2978 allocates $4 million for grants to reduce violence through employment and empowerment.

Minnesota SF2978 provides $2 million for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to the commissioner of employment and economic development for community-based grants. These grants aim to reduce violence by offering outreach, empowerment training, and employment services to middle school-aged youth through adults. Additionally, $1 million per year is allocated to 21 Days of Peace for social equity and community engagement, and another $1 million per year to A Mother's Love for community development.

Minnesota SF2978 allocates $4 million for grants to reduce violence through employment and empowerment.

Minnesota SF2978 provides $2 million for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to the commissioner of employment and economic development for community-based grants. These grants aim to reduce violence by offering outreach, empowerment training, and employment services to middle school-aged youth through adults. Additionally, $1 million per year is allocated to 21 Days of Peace for social equity and community engagement, and another $1 million per year to A Mother's Love for community development.