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Acceptance of the 2024 Special Gift Fund Annual Report
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Resolution:
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BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners accept the Special Gift Fund 2024 Annual Report; and that pursuant to Minnesota Statute 465.03, donations made to the Hennepin County Special Gift Fund in 2024 are accepted.
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Background:
The Hennepin County Special Gift Fund was established in 1970 to provide financial assistance to people served in Human Services and Public Health who are faced with a crisis or have special needs when no other resources are available. The resident’s case manager makes the request for funds on behalf of the resident. Individual requests are generally limited to $200 per resident and supply such needs as clothing, housing, food and treatment options. In addition to individual requests, the Fund has also been used to support the Backpack Challenge and the Giving Partners Programs.
Minnesota Statute 465.03 requires that gifts to counties be accepted by resolution of the governing body and adopted by a two thirds majority. An annual report containing a summary of donations and expenditures is attached.
This Board Action Request supports disparity reduction by providing additional resources for residents to support needs in domains such as health, income, housing and education.
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Recommendation from County Administrator: Recommend Approval