Innovation Small Grant Program is a grant from the Minnesota Department of Human Services that funds innovative strategies to improve outcomes for Minnesotans with disabilities. Supported project areas include integrated housing, competitive integrated employment, transportation accessibility, and culturally relevant community services that enhance independence and community participation. Awards are available up to $60,000 per year. Eligible applicants are qualified organizations under Minnesota DHS, including nonprofits and local agencies, with programs targeting improved quality of life and community inclusion for people with disabilities in Minnesota.

Minnesota Small Business Innovation, Development, and Growth Grants is a grant from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development that funds small businesses in Minnesota pursuing innovation, development, and growth initiatives. Awards of up to $300,000 support projects that strengthen Minnesota's small business ecosystem and drive economic development across the state. The program is administered through DEED's competitive grants and contracts process, and applications are posted as open solicitations with detailed Request for Applications (RFA) documents. Eligible applicants are small businesses located in Minnesota. Award amounts and specific eligibility criteria vary by funding cycle and project type. Monitor the DEED website and the State of Minnesota Supplier Portal for current open solicitations.