Organizations eligible for grants required to engage with youth community organizations.

This bill requires organizations seeking grants from Minnesota's Division of Social Equity to demonstrate engagement with youth community organizations focused on young people aged 14 to 24 who have been most affected by cannabis-related issues. To receive funding, applicants must include specific information in their grant applications, including an analysis of community needs, evidence of past success, and a description of their work with youth-centered community groups. The bill also mandates that at least 50 percent of annual grants support youth civic engagement, leadership, and youth-led health education opportunities, with priority given to communities most impacted by cannabis criminalization and incarceration. These requirements apply to all organizations eligible for competitive grants under the Division's program, affecting how grant applications are structured and evaluated.