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Name of Grantee: ISD 2899 – Plainview Elgin Millville Schools, PEM High School
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Commerce
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 257110
Start Date of Grant: 09/18/2024
End Date of Grant Period: 04/29/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 286246
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 83030.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 83030.00
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: In 2021, the Minnesota State Legislature established the Solar for Schools grant program. Administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce Division of Energy Resources, the program was designed to promote the installation of solar energy systems on Minnesota schools, while using the opportunity to integrate renewable energy use into school curriculum.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: N/A.
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: N/A
Name of Grantee: ISD 0271 – Bloomington Public School District, Normandale Hills Elementary School
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Commerce
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 256460
Start Date of Grant: 09/03/2024
End Date of Grant Period: 04/29/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 193849
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 114452.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 114452.00
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: In 2021, the Minnesota State Legislature established the Solar for Schools grant program. Administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce Division of Energy Resources, the program was designed to promote the installation of solar energy systems on Minnesota schools, while using the opportunity to integrate renewable energy use into school curriculum.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: N/A.
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: N/A.
Name of Grantee: ISD 0535 – Rochester Public School District, Hoover Elementary School
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Commerce
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 256350
Start Date of Grant: 09/02/2024
End Date of Grant Period: 04/29/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 193957
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 82715.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 82715.00
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: In 2021, the Minnesota State Legislature established the Solar for Schools grant program. Administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce Division of Energy Resources, the program was designed to promote the installation of solar energy systems on Minnesota schools, while using the opportunity to integrate renewable energy use into school curriculum.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: N/A.
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: N/A.
Name of Grantee: ISD 2899 – Plainview Elgin Millville Schools, PEM Junior High School
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Commerce
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 255722
Start Date of Grant: 08/26/2024
End Date of Grant Period: 04/29/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 286246
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 81460.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 81460.00
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: In 2021, the Minnesota State Legislature established the Solar for Schools grant program. Administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce Division of Energy Resources, the program was designed to promote the installation of solar energy systems on Minnesota schools, while using the opportunity to integrate renewable energy use into school curriculum.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: N/A.
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: N/A.
Name of Grantee: ISD 0287 – Intermediate District 287, South Education Center
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Commerce
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 255502
Start Date of Grant: 08/16/2024
End Date of Grant Period: 04/30/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 215551
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 328484.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 328484.00
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: In 2021, the Minnesota State Legislature established the Solar for Schools grant program. Administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce Division of Energy Resources, the program was designed to promote the installation of solar energy systems on Minnesota schools, while using the opportunity to integrate renewable energy use into school curriculum.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: N/A.
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: N/A.
Name of Grantee: ISD 0404 – Lake Benton Public Schools, Lake Benton Elementary
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Commerce
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 254770
Start Date of Grant: 08/09/2024
End Date of Grant Period: 04/29/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 193899
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 41796.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 41796.00
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: In 2021, the Minnesota State Legislature established the Solar for Schools grant program. Administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce Division of Energy Resources, the program was designed to promote the installation of solar energy systems on Minnesota schools, while using the opportunity to integrate renewable energy use into school curriculum.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: N/A.
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: N/A.
Name of Grantee: SD 0414 – Minneota Public Schools
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Commerce
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 254401
Start Date of Grant: 08/07/2024
End Date of Grant Period: 04/30/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 193903
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 60000.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 60000.00
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: In 2021, the Minnesota State Legislature established the Solar for Schools grant program. Administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce Division of Energy Resources, the program was designed to promote the installation of solar energy systems on Minnesota schools, while using the opportunity to integrate renewable energy use into school curriculum.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: N/A.
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: N/A.
Name of Grantee: ISD 0038 – Red Lake Public Schools, Red Lake Secondary Complex
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Commerce
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 254172
Start Date of Grant: 08/01/2024
End Date of Grant Period: 04/28/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 193772
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 87500.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 87500.00
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: In 2021, the Minnesota State Legislature established the Solar for Schools grant program. Administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce Division of Energy Resources, the program was designed to promote the installation of solar energy systems on Minnesota schools, while using the opportunity to integrate renewable energy use into school curriculum.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: N/A.
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: N/A.
Name of Grantee: ISD 0038 – Red Lake Public Schools, Poneham Elementary School
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Commerce
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 254171
Start Date of Grant: 08/01/2024
End Date of Grant Period: 04/29/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 193772
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 87500.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 87500.00
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: In 2021, the Minnesota State Legislature established the Solar for Schools grant program. Administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce Division of Energy Resources, the program was designed to promote the installation of solar energy systems on Minnesota schools, while using the opportunity to integrate renewable energy use into school curriculum.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: N/A.
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: N.A
Name of Grantee: MNSCU - Minnesota West Community and Tribal College, West Canby Campus
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Commerce
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 247931
Start Date of Grant: 05/02/2024
End Date of Grant Period: 03/07/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 198186
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 48000.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 48000.00
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: In 2021, the Minnesota State Legislature established the Solar for Schools grant program. Administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce Division of Energy Resources, the program was designed to promote the installation of solar energy systems on Minnesota schools, while using the opportunity to integrate renewable energy use into school curriculum.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: N/A.
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: N/A.
Name of Grantee: ISD 279 – County of Hennepin, Cedar Island Elementary School
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Commerce
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 238672
Start Date of Grant: 11/07/2023
End Date of Grant Period: 03/07/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 193855
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 84000.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 84000.00
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: In 2021, the Minnesota State Legislature established the Solar for Schools grant program. Administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce Division of Energy Resources, the program was designed to promote the installation of solar energy systems on Minnesota schools, while using the opportunity to integrate renewable energy use into school curriculum.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: N/A.
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: N/A.
Name of Grantee: ISD 0704 - Proctor Public Schools, Proctor High School
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Commerce
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 238608
Start Date of Grant: 11/03/2023
End Date of Grant Period: 04/23/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 194006
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 102000.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 102000.00
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: In 2021, the Minnesota State Legislature established the Solar for Schools grant program. Administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce Division of Energy Resources, the program was designed to promote the installation of solar energy systems on Minnesota schools, while using the opportunity to integrate renewable energy use into school curriculum.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: N/A.
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: N/A
Name of Grantee: ISD 0306 - LaPorte Public Schools, LaPorte High School
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Commerce
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 238606
Start Date of Grant: 11/03/2023
End Date of Grant Period: 04/24/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 193869
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 84000.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 84000.00
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: In 2021, the Minnesota State Legislature established the Solar for Schools grant program. Administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce Division of Energy Resources, the program was designed to promote the installation of solar energy systems on Minnesota schools, while using the opportunity to integrate renewable energy use into school curriculum.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: N/A.
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: N/A.
Name of Grantee: Ally Group Homes, LLC
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Human Services
Grant Type: Sole Source
Grant Contract Number: 260709
Start Date of Grant: 12/03/2024
End Date of Grant Period: 05/08/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 1033625
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 39950.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 39950.00
Grant Type: Sole Source
Grant description and purpose: Minnesota Statute 256.478, Transition to Community Initiative, when no other funding source is available to meet the need or cover the cost of transition.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee:
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance:
Name of Grantee: Wilder Park Association
Name of Granting Agency: Minnesota Housing Finance Agency
Grant Type: Legislatively Named
Grant Contract Number: MHFA-MF-001
Start Date of Grant: 09/19/2024
End Date of Grant Period: 04/30/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 0000831139
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 3250000.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 3250000.00
Grant Type: Legislatively Named
Grant description and purpose: The Community Stabilization Program is intended to preserve and rehabilitate existing properties. Wilder Park Association was a legislatively named grantee under the Community Stabilization Program. The funds were used to help pay for replacement of windows in the Wilder Park condominium building.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information: The grantee completed the project ahead of schedule.
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: N/A
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: N/A
Name of Grantee: Hiawatha Valley Education District
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Transportation
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 1056998
Start Date of Grant: 06/24/2024
End Date of Grant Period: 06/30/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 0000197901
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 8920.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 8920.00
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: The Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program was established in 2005 through Federal legislation to enable and encourage children, including those with disabilities, to walk and bicycle to school; to make walking and bicycling to school safe and more appealing; and to facilitate the planning, development and implementation of projects that will improve safety, and reduce traffic, fuel consumption, and air pollution in the vicinity of schools. The Boost grant supports communities with existing plans or other comprehensive SRTS approaches to promote non-infrastructure projects for schools to keep walking and bicycling to school safe, easy, and fun for students.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee:
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: Grantee performed well, particularly given their relative lack of prior experience with state grants. They listened and made improvements when paperwork corrections were necessary, and their accuracy, documentation, and timeliness increased over the lifetime of the grant.
Name of Grantee: Lakes & Pines Community Action
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Children, Youth, and Families
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 219408
Start Date of Grant: 10/01/2022
End Date of Grant Period: 09/30/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 0000 198797
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 128561.50
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 78892.07
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: STATE, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, section 256.01, subdivision 2(a)(6), has authority to enter into contracts for the following services: To connect Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants to appropriate skill development, training programs, and career pathways, and to develop marketable and in-demand skills for SNAP participants that will lead to career advancement and self-sufficiency.
STATE is in need of SNAP Employment and Training (SNAP E&T) activities and support services through Third-Party Match Providers aimed at helping SNAP participants gain the essential skills needed for gainful employment and to successfully transition off public assistance.
STATE, in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 13.46, is permitted to share information with GRANTEE.
Minnesota Statutes, section 13.46, subdivision 1(c) and subdivision 2(a)(5), allows STATE to enter into agreements to make organizations part of the “welfare system.” It is the intention that GRANTEE be made part of the welfare system for the limited purpose described in this CONTRACT.
In performance of this CONTRACT, GRANTEE may require private data on individuals collected by STATE to verify an individual’s identity and determine eligibility, amount of assistance, and the need to provide services to an individual or family within SNAP.
The privacy and security of any protected information shared between the Parties will be governed by the “Data Sharing Agreement Terms and Conditions”, which is attached and incorporated into this CONTRACT as Attachment C, pursuant to Clause 10.
GRANTEE represents that it is duly qualified and willing to perform the services set forth in this CONTRACT to the satisfaction of STATE.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee:
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: The grantee has met all expectations outlined in the grant agreement, demonstrating a strong commitment to the project's objectives and the community it served. Our collaboration has been a good partnership, characterized by effective communication and successful execution of deliverables that directly benefited the community.
Name of Grantee: First Covenant Church of Minneapolis
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Human Services
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 241984
Start Date of Grant: 01/25/2024
End Date of Grant Period: 06/30/2028
Grantee SWIFT ID: 965750
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 550778
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 550778
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: The Minnesota Department of Human Services, through its Economic Assistance and Employment Supports Division (STATE), is seeking Proposals from qualified Responders to acquire, plan and design, construct, and/or renovate emergency homeless shelters for youth, single adults, and/or families experiencing homelessness.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information:
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee:
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance:
Name of Grantee: Dellwood Gardens
Name of Granting Agency: Department of Human Services
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant Contract Number: 226794
Start Date of Grant: 05/23/2023
End Date of Grant Period: 03/31/2025
Grantee SWIFT ID: 0000780429
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 25000.00
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 244000.00
Grant Type: Competitive
Grant description and purpose: Minnesota Statutes, section 256.479, has authority to enter into contracts for the following services: activities to improve overall quality of services for persons receiving customized living services.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information: na
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: na
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: Grantee completed work plan and goals laid out in their contract and their responsive communication was appreciated.
Name of Grantee: Renville SWCD
Name of Granting Agency: Board of Water and Soil Resources
Grant Type: Formula
Grant Contract Number: P25-0634
Start Date of Grant: 02/07/2025
End Date of Grant Period: 12/31/2027
Grantee SWIFT ID: 0000202418
Total Grant Award Amount Including Amendments: $ 45000
Amount of Grant Paid to Grantee: $ 45000
Grant Type: Formula
Grant description and purpose: These grants provide funding and assistance for buffer law implementation. Eligible activities include assistance to support drainage system mapping and map review, landowner outreach, landowner technical and financial assistance, equipment purchases, and other buffer law implementation activities.
Did the grantee comply with reporting & monitoring requirements in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement? Yes
Did the quality of the grantee’s work fulfill the expected outcomes of the grant? Yes
Explanations and additional information: N/A
Unaddressed concerns or issues with the grantee: N/A
Additional comments about the grantee’s overall performance: N/A