Minnesota SF869 appropriates $1 million to Big Brothers Big Sisters for youth programming in 2026 and 2027.

Minnesota SF869 allocates $500,000 annually in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the workforce development fund to the commissioner of employment and economic development. The funds are designated for a grant to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Twin Cities. This grant aims to support disadvantaged youth aged 12 to 21 by providing job-seeking skills, connections to job training and education opportunities, and mentorship while they explore career paths. The program will serve youth in Big Brothers Big Sisters chapters across the Twin Cities, central Minnesota, and southern Minnesota.

Minnesota SF869 appropriates $1 million to Big Brothers Big Sisters for youth programming in 2026 and 2027.

Minnesota SF869 allocates $500,000 annually in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the workforce development fund to the commissioner of employment and economic development. The funds are designated for a grant to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Twin Cities. This grant aims to support disadvantaged youth aged 12 to 21 by providing job-seeking skills, connections to job training and education opportunities, and mentorship while they explore career paths. The program will serve youth in Big Brothers Big Sisters chapters across the Twin Cities, central Minnesota, and southern Minnesota.