Hennepin County Waste Prevention Grants
Hennepin County now has grants available for businesses who want to prevent waste and/or improve their business recycling systems. Applications will be accepted on until November 14, 2022 or until the program project is exhausted.
Business Recycling Container Grant:
Select from the city's offerings of blue or green containers for collecting recycling and organics and up to a 3-month supply of BPI-certified compostable bags
Business Waste Prevention Grant:
Funding to purchase items such as:
Reusable food packaging
Reusable shipping and packaging containers
Dishwashing equipment
Food-waste tracking software
Freezers and refrigerators for food rescue organizations
Research and development of innovative waste prevention projects
Apply for funding by completing this form.
For assistance completing the form email businessrecycling@hennepin.us or call (612) 543-9298. You will be connected with a Hennepin County staff member to help identify resources and improve your situation.