Infant, toddlers & families (part C)

The Minnesota Department of Education received an $8.83 million formula grant award from the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) under the Special Education-Grants for Infants and Families program (CFDA 84.181), effective July 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. This award supports the establishment and maintenance of Minnesota's statewide, comprehensive, coordinated, multidisciplinary early intervention system serving infants and toddlers with disabilities aged birth to three years and their families. The funding enables the delivery of critical developmental services including screening, assessments, individualized family service plans, specialized instruction, therapies, assistive technology, and family support services designed to enhance child development and mitigate disability impacts.

As the state lead agency, the Minnesota Department of Education distributes these formula grant funds to local educational agencies, health departments, universities, and community organizations throughout the state to ensure comprehensive coverage of early intervention services. The award represents Minnesota's allocation under the federal IDEA Part C program and obligates the state to maintain compliance with federal regulations, including record retention requirements and audit provisions. Sub-awardees utilize the funding to deliver direct services and supports that promote developmental progress and family engagement across Minnesota's early intervention system.