Mini-Grant applications are available from Region 3 Behavioral Health Services (Region 3) for law enforcement and first responder agencies. Mini-Grant applications are available on an on-going, year-round basis.
The Opioid Settlement Funds Mini-Grant is for the one-time purchase of a specific item, product, or service to enhance opioid prevention strategies and activities conducted by law enforcement and first responder agencies.
Applicants must be a law enforcement or first responder agency (e.g., EMT, Fire Department). The application is available on the Region 3 website at www.region3.net.
All requests must comply with Exhibit E of the Opioid Settlement Agreement.
⚠ Important: Personnel or Administrative costs will not be approved through these Mini-Grant awards.
For training requests, the Mini-Grant may provide funding assistance for transportation, lodging, and registration fees. All other costs associated with training attendance are the responsibility of the applicant.
Mini-Grant applications must be approved by Region 3 prior to the applicant incurring any expenditures.
Mini-Grants are financed on a reimbursement basis.
Examples of how opioid settlement funds align with public safety needs include but are not limited to:
For full details, view Exhibit E of the Distributor Settlement Agreement (PDF) ↗.
Mini-Grant applications are available on an on-going, year-round basis. Submitted applications will be reviewed by Region 3 and applicants will be notified via email within 30 days regarding award.
Mini-Grant Application Form
Fillable PDF — complete all fields digitally before uploading.
Budget Justification Workbook
Excel file with tabs for Supplies, Travel, Capital Outlay & Other.