Minnesota Twins Community Fund Special License Plates
Minnesota Twins Community Fund Special License Plates Available Now!
Showcase your Twins fandom and help the Minnesota Twins Community Fund build a better tomorrow with our new "This is Twins Territory" special Minnesota license plate! Get yours now!
Minnesota Twins Community Fund Special License Plate FAQ
Q: When will the special plates be available?
A: The plates are currently available, starting from January 1, 2024.
Q: Where can I obtain a plate?
A: The plates are available for purchase online at drive.mn.gov or in person at Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services locations throughout the state (please note that all plates will be shipped to the customer whether purchased online or in person). For a list of all DVS locations, click here.
Q: What is the cost?
A: In addition to typical vehicle plate fees, the Minnesota Twins special license plates require an annual $30 contribution to the Minnesota Twins Community Fund.
Q: Where will contributions for the plate go?
A: All proceeds from the Minnesota Twins special license plate will be directed to the Minnesota Twins Community Fund and its mission to enrich communities by supporting the healthy development of children and families. As a 501c3 nonprofit organization, the fund uses its voice and the game we all love to inspire active minds and active bodies, because a better tomorrow needs not just great athletes, but great humans.
Q: Does any money go to the Twins?
A: No, all proceeds from this program will support the Minnesota Twins Community Fund and its community impact work. To learn more, visit twinscommunityfund.org.
Q: Are there any reporting requirements to ensure the Minnesota Twins Community Fund is appropriately using the funds?
A: Yes, the Minnesota Twins Community Fund is required to report to the Department of Public Safety on an ongoing basis how the funds are being used for public good. Additional information about the Minnesota Twins Community Fund’s ongoing impact can be found at twinscommunityfund.org and on the team’s social media channels.
Q: Will having a Minnesota Twins plate negatively impact the ability of other plate programs to raise money?
A: Creating additional special plates expands opportunities for Minnesotans to identify with a cause they are passionate about, which helps to further strengthen our community and to benefit our state’s youth.
Q: Can I get a Minnesota Twins special plate for my motorcycle?
A: Yes, there will be a scaled-down version of the plate for motorcycles.
Minnesota Department of Vehicle Services Special License Plate FAQ
Q. Can I switch from a standard license plate to a special license plate at any time?
A. Yes, you may change your plates at any time, though it is most convenient to change plates when renewing your annual registration.
Q. Where can I see a list of available plates?
A. You can visit our website at drive.mn.gov. Click on News and Info, then click on the Forms/Documents/Manuals tab. Under the Forms and Documents section, click on Motor Vehicles, and then Special License Plate Brochure.
Q. How much do special plates cost?
A. The cost is $15.50 for a pair of plates. A single plate, such as for a motorcycle, costs $13.50. Some special plates also require an annual contribution in addition to annual registration renewals. Contribution costs range from $5 to $60.
Q. How do I order a special plate?
A. Special plates may be ordered at any motor vehicle office or online at drive.mn.gov. Under Vehicle Services, click on More Vehicle Services and then Change my Plates. Some plates are available over the counter at motor vehicle offices.
Q. Where does the extra money for special plates go?
A. DVS distributes the funds to each plate’s sponsoring agency in accordance with state statute.
Q. Can I walk into a DVS office and get a special plate that same day?
A. Some special plates are available over the counter. That currently includes the following plates: Support Our Troops, Critical Habitat (all nine designs), State Parks and Trails, Law Enforcement Memorial Association, Remembering Victims of Impaired Drivers and MN Golf. New plates may be added to the list as they are released.
Plates not stocked in offices can be ordered either at an office or online and sent directly to the customer. When applying at a motor vehicle office, a 60-day permit is provided for display until the plates are received if the current plates are expired or no longer on the vehicle.
Q. How long does it take for a special plate to arrive if I order it online?
A. It typically takes two weeks to receive your special plate, provided it is not personalized or a disability plate.
Q. Can special plates be personalized?
A. Yes, they can.
Q. Can I get a special plate for my motorcycle?
A. Most special plates do allow for a motorcycle version; however, some categories have statutory restrictions. For instance Critical Habitat, Collegiate plates and some Veteran plates do not have motorcycle versions.