In 1988, 77% of voters approved an amendment to dedicate state lottery proceeds to fund conservation activities. Voters have twice renewed this funding, which contributes to Great Outdoors projects.
Since its first appropriations in 1991, the program has provided over $1 billion in stable, long-term funding for innovative projects in natural resource management. Today, the lottery funds over $70 million annually to help protect our Great Outdoors and ensure every Minnesotan can enjoy and benefit from a healthy, thriving environment.
MNCF is excited to be a part of the Minnesotans for our Great Outdoors campaign that is advocating for passage of the constitutional amendment necessary to continue to add lottery dollars to the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund.
Vote Yes when you head to the polls this upcoming election to support the continued use of lottery dollars for conservation projects throughout Minnesota.
