Community-Driven Approaches to Address Commercial Tobacco Use (MN) Grant

The Minnesota Department of Health has launched a grant opportunity focused on community-driven initiatives to combat commercial tobacco use. This funding aims to support programs that engage local communities in cessation activities, particularly targeting populations disproportionately affected by tobacco-related harms. Eligible applicants include community-based organizations, tribal governments, and health centers in Minnesota.

Community-Driven Approaches to Address Commercial Tobacco Use
The Minnesota Department of Health has opened a request for proposals (RFP) to create community-driven programs, practices, or initiatives that engage community members in cessation support activities to reduce the harms from commercial tobacco products. The focus for this funding opportunity is populations experiencing commercial tobacco-related disparities.
Reducing commercial tobacco use
We're working to reduce commercial tobacco's harm by:
Reducing youth access to commercial tobacco.Reducing secondhand smoke exposure.Increasing access to resources that help people quit.Addressing commercial tobacco-related disparities

Eligibility

Include organizations located within the State of MinnesotaCommunity-based non-profit organizationsTribal GovernmentsFederally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC)Community Health Boards (CHBs)