Business News & Updates
Mindset Reset
The next Mindset Reset cohort by Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) begins on Monday, June 8th, and registration is now open.
Elevate Hennepin Small Business Support Clinic
Join Elevate Hennepin on Wednesday, March 11, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Mercado Central, 1515 E. Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55407, for an in-person advising pop-up that brings expert business support directly to impacted business owners.
Food Safety Assessment Pilot Program
The Food Safety Assessment Pilot Program provides a free, one-day food safety assessment for businesses that manufacture and produce food products at a commercial scale.
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits and LegalCORPS partner to launch free legal services program for nonprofit organizations
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
Don't miss your chance for savings!
Green Cost Share funds are still available—first come, first served.
Lake Street Lift Elevates Businesses with Workshop Series
One of the many programming resources made possible through the Lake Street Lift initiative is a workshop series! We’re excited to offer a lineup of free educational workshops aimed at supporting small businesses, entrepreneurs, and nonprofits along Lake Street. Led by vetted experts, this programming offers comprehensive advising services in areas that will take your business or nonprofit to the next level.
University of Minnesota Law School IP Clinic - Spring 2025
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.
Latino Business Week
September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month. The City of Minneapolis is happy to host the first Latino Business Week in Minneapolis, Sunday, October 6 through Sunday, October 13.
Pro Bono Legal Corps Monthly Clinic
Lake Street Council is partnering with LegalCORPS to offer free legal advice and assistance to organizations that cannot afford legal representation.