This bill, H.F. No. 1608, introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives, proposes an appropriation of $3,000,000 from the state's general fund to the Department of Education for a grant to the Kids In Need Foundation.

The funding is intended to support programs and activities aimed at:
- Decreasing absenteeism
- Encouraging school engagement and interest in learning
- Improving student grades
- Increasing student graduation rates

The grant funds must specifically benefit Minnesota schools where at least half of the enrolled students qualify for free or reduced-price meals, with a focus on low-income students and students of color.

Eligible uses of the grant include:
1. Providing educational supplies for the Rural and Indigenous School Equity program
2. Increasing access to the Kids In Need Foundation Teacher Resource Center and training facility
3. Enhancing volunteer space
4. Supporting additional supply distributions for teachers and students

Additionally, a percentage of the appropriation (not specified in the draft) may be used for grant administration, and this funding is designated as a one-time appropriation.