Skin Lightening Products Public Awareness and Education Competitive Grant (MN)

Skin Lightening Products Public Awareness and Education Competitive Grant (MN)

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Minnesota Department of Health
Amount: US $200,000
Last Updated: October 22, 2025

Summary

The Skin Lightening Products Public Awareness and Education Grant aims to enhance public knowledge about the health risks of using mercury-containing skin lightening products that are illegally sold in the U.S. This initiative, funded by the Minnesota Department of Health, emphasizes culturally relevant and community-focused educational activities to effectively reach diverse populations. It seeks to inform individuals about the dangers associated with these products and promote safer alternatives.

Overview

Skin Lightening Products Public Awareness and Education Grant The purpose of the Skin Lightening Products Public Awareness and Education Grant is to increase public awareness and education on the health dangers associated with using skin lightening products that contain mercury that are manufactured in other countries and brought into the United States and sold illegally online or in stores. Grantees must use the funds to conduct public awareness and education activities that are culturally specific and community-based.

Eligibility

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