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Shared mobility

Moving Greater Minnesota Forward

About the program

Moving Greater Minnesota Forward seeks to identify and support individuals and organizations with ideas to improve mobility in Greater Minnesota, from early idea development to real-world piloting to scaling success.

Phase 1: Early Idea Development

Phase 1 works with organizations and individuals who have innovative ideas to meet real mobility needs in Greater Minnesota to develop their vision using Lean Startup methods.

Phase 2: Real World Testing

Projects that successfully complete Phase 1, or similar work, and develop an idea that is ready for real world testing will be encouraged to apply for up to two years of pilot funding in Phase 2. Phase 2 applications are expected to open in January 2024.

Phase 3: Scaling Success

Phase 2 projects that have demonstrated successful pilot implementation and potential to scale will be supported to transition to Phase 3.