Programs and initiatives

Learn about City programs and efforts to improve our City. Search by department or interest area to learn more.
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People working in community garden

Homegrown Minneapolis

We expand our community's capacity to grow and share food.
The South Minneapolis Community Safety Center

South Minneapolis Community Safety Center

The safety center is a community hub where people can get connected to resources and services.
school children

Safe Routes to School

This program makes it safer for kids to travel to and from school, parks, libraries and other places in the neighborhood.
Person using laptop while holding coffee

Digital equity

Information Technology helps residents access high-speed internet and technology resources. We support efforts to address the digital divide in Minneapolis.
Car driving through Minneapolis neighborhood

Safe at Home

This program helps people who fear for their safety by protecting their address. The City takes the needed steps to protect your address.
Downtown Minneapolis buildings

Energy Benchmarking

Owners of large buildings can track their water and energy use. We explain how.
solar panels

Green Cost Share

We help pay for property upgrades that improve the environment and save money. Apply for funds.
Group of people celebrating National Night Out

National Night Out

The first Tuesday in August is a night to gather with your neighbors and partner with police.
Community Connections Conference exhibit table with balloons

Community Connections Conference

This event connected residents, neighborhood groups and local government.
Volunteers

Approach to prevent violence

The City of Minneapolis works to reduce violence through prevention, intervention and healing.
MinneapolUS is a street outreach team led by the Minneapolis Office of Violence Prevention

MinneapolUS

Our violence interrupters identify and calm conflicts that may lead to serious violence.
A friendly safety ambassador smiling at a community member. Photo courtesy of Minneapolis Downtown Improvement District (DID).

Community Safety Ambassadors

We work to keep our communities safe and vibrant.
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