The MPCA and Minnesota DNR are co-trustees of up to $20 million in grants for projects that restore and enhance aquatic resources, wildlife, habitat, fishing, and outdoor recreational opportunities in portions of Washington, Ramsey and Dakota counties and downstream areas of the Mississippi and St. Croix rivers affected by PFAS released by 3M.
Phase one closed: Letters of intent were due to the DNR no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 4, 2025.
Project proposals will be reviewed through a two-phase process:
- Applicants must submit a letter of intent — a brief project description and map to determine whether a project qualifies for Priority 2 funding — no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 4.
- Successful applicants will be invited to submit a full application.
Visit the DNR's web page for the request for proposal with full details on application and eligibility.
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The state of Minnesota reached a settlement with 3M in 2018 after alleging that the company’s releases of PFAS chemicals had damaged drinking water and natural resources in the Twin Cities east metropolitan area. After legal and other expenses were paid, about $720 million will be invested in drinking water and natural resource projects. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources are co-trustees of these funds.