Business News & Updates

$450,000+ in investments to the Black, Indigenous, and Latina-owned businesses in the Twin Cities
In partnership with Founders First CDC, the Center for Economic Inclusion Vanguard Accelerator is offering Black, Indigenous, and Latina owned businesses capital investment and funding to accelerate their growth.

3rd Precinct East African Community Conversation
The City of Minneapolis is seeking your feedback on the location of the new 3rd Precinct building. The City will host community conversations throughout the 3rd Precinct area. The City understands that the decision made about the 3rd Precinct building is impactful for the area and the City.

3rd Precinct Building Survey
A survey is now online for people to share their thoughts on a new location for Minneapolis Police Department’s 3rd Precinct building. Information gathered from the community through the survey and the upcoming public discussions will help City leaders decide which of the two places under consideration to select.
2023 Open Streets Minneapolis
Open Streets Minneapolis events are back with 2 days within the Lake Street corridor. These events give communities a chance to experience city streets in an engaging, car-free environment.

HF 3028 would boost the capacity of organizations like the Lake Street Council
We believe that HF 3028 will foster a stronger, more flexible approach to economic development by expanding the capacity of local community and business groups across each commercial corridor through direct funding allocations, which enables recovery and revitalization to be driven at the local level by local partners. One of these community partners would be the Lake Street Council, which HF 3028 identifies as being a potential recipient of a $10.85 million allocation.

LISC Lending Webinar
LISC had a webinar where they explained their internal lending process and how to become a strong applicant.

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready
Verizon Small Business Digital Ready is a two course program where business owners, once they finish the two courses, will be eligible to apply for a 10K grant. Deadline is May 12, 2023.

Meet R.E.A.C.H. Twin Cities
Meet R.E.A.C.H. Twin Cities, Powderhorn Neighborhood Association’s source for local events, news, resources, and features related to racial equity and community health

LED Lighting Upgrades Available
If your building has older incandescent or fluorescent bulbs, you may be able to get higher-quality lighting while saving money on your energy bills. Lake Street Council has partners who can help you make the switch at a more affordable price than ever, thanks to special time-limited rebates.

Elevate Hennepin - Business Resources Powered by Hennepin County
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.