Contact: Mary Juhl
612-358-5733; mary.juhl@state.mn.us
ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) is now accepting applications for the Bridging Conservation Grant Program, which supports conservation-related outreach and education efforts to non-native English-speaking communities.
Bridging Conservation grants can be used for a wide range of activities such as translating conservation materials, including live interpretation at workshops and events, and staff time put toward related outreach initiatives.
Eligible applicants include soil and water conservation districts, watershed districts, watershed management organizations, cities, counties, townships, joint powers organizations, nonprofit organizations, Tribal Governments, and public schools. Applications will be accepted through April 2, 2026, by 4:30pm CST.
“This funding will help local governments and organizations create lasting conservation impacts with non-native English-speaking communities,” said BWSR Executive Director John Jaschke. “Our goal is to support local efforts that build community knowledge and leadership, and result in self-sustaining conservation practices.”
The Bridging Conservation Grants Program is funded by a one-time $250,000 appropriation from the state General Fund. Grant requests must range between $15,000 and $45,000. No match is required.
Apply here on BWSR’s website.
