Minnesota Volunteerism Innovation Board established, rulemaking required, grants required, report required, and money appropriated.

HF 2589 establishes the Minnesota Volunteerism Innovation Board to support community-driven volunteer efforts. The 11-member board, appointed by the governor with requirements for geographic diversity, youth representation (ages 16-24), and nonprofit/business community leadership, will administer grants for volunteer programs aligned with Minnesota Compass community indicators. The board must create a standardized grant-tracking system, assess volunteer capacity, and annually report to the legislature and governor on grant outcomes, financials, and activities. This bill directly affects nonprofits, public organizations, and businesses applying for these grants, which fund projects addressing community challenges like quality-of-life metrics. The program expires on June 30, 2030, and requires dedicated state funding through an innovation account.