Organics recycling drop-off site grants

Funding is available to businesses, cities, multifamily properties, nonprofit organizations, and institutions in Hennepin County to establish organics recycling drop-off sites to help divert compostable waste from the trash and increase access to organics recycling.

Priority will be given to drop-off sites that increase access to organics recycling for residents in apartments and condos.

Available funds

Up to $15,000 is available for each drop-off site.

Funding can be used for hauling and disposal costs, construction, dumpsters or carts, and promotions and educational materials.

Application

Applications are due by 3 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

Grant guidelines and application materials are on the Hennepin County supplier portal.

Meetings

Attend a virtual information session on Friday, March 6 at 10 a.m.

For a link to the information session, email katie.stelzner@hennepin.us.