Hennepin County Small Business Recovery Fund
Get ready to apply for the Hennepin County Small Business Recovery Fund grants!
The Hennepin County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HCRA) is making approximately $2 million available in the form of grants between $3,000 and $10,000 to help businesses that were impacted by the surge overcome short-term financial hurdles, enabling them to remain in business in their communities and prevent widespread blight in Hennepin County.
Eligibility
Locally owned, for-profit businesses with a physical establishment in Hennepin County that experienced a significant loss in revenue during the period from December 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, due to recent immigration enforcement actions (significant loss shall be defined as a 30% drop in gross revenue versus a comparable period).
Active and good standing with the Minnesota Secretary of State.
Licensed (if required), in good standing, and not delinquent on property taxes or other obligations (besides rent or mortgage payments).
Engaged in direct sales and/or services to the public on a transactional basis that relies on customer traffic (examples include restaurants, retail stores, salons, personal care businesses) at the impacted brick and mortar location. Online only businesses and home-based businesses are not eligible.
An employer of fewer than 50 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees as of 12/31/2025. Grants to businesses with no employees other than an owner as of 12/31/2025 are capped at a maximum of $3,000.
In revenue operations for at least three (3) months prior to 12/1/2025 with an annual revenue of at least $25,000 and not more than $4 million.
Key dates
Application opens: Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 4:00 pm
Application closes: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 4:00 pm
Applications may be submitted anytime during the application period.
Full guidelines, eligibility, FAQ, and translated fund guides are now available.