A new partnership between the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits and LegalCORPS provides all Minnesota nonprofits (and MCN members) with legal help desk, compliance clinics and support; qualifying organizations eligible for one-on-one counsel

The IP Clinic provides members of the local community an opportunity to obtain legal assistance in matters involving intellectual property, such as copyrightable works, trademarks, patents, and confidentiality obligations.

CEO Next is a longstanding initiative from Hennepin County, is designed to support second-stage businesses in their ongoing growth and innovation.

Lake Street Council is partnering with LegalCORPS to offer free legal advice and assistance to organizations that cannot afford legal representation.

The Lake Street Council, in partnership with other Twin Cities organizations, is currently applying for a grant through the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (MN DEED) to support our day-to-day business support work. This includes the free business technical support and advising services we provide to all businesses on Lake Street, as well as more specialized support such as predevelopment and acquisition for those looking to rebuild or purchase a property.

Elevate Hennepin aims to reshape the business support ecosystem in Hennepin County. Through Elevate, businesses are connecting with advisors and each other to share tools and knowledge that empower growth.

Google Business Profile is a free tool for businesses to manage their presence on Google maps, showcase photos of their business, and manage reviews.