Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency 11 Minnesota Ave S Aitkin, MN 56431 Direct: (218)927-7046 http://www.aeoa.org The Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency (AEOA) was incorporated in April, 1965, as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and established as a Community Action Program (CAP) for the northeast Minnesota counties of St. Louis, Lake, and Cook. Service delivery for some programs has extended to the four neighboring counties of Aitkin, Carlton, Itasca, and Koochiching.
Initiative Foundation 405 First Street SE Little Falls, MN 56345 Toll Free: (877)632-9255 Fax: (320)632-9258 http://www.ifound.org Because quality of life is determined by many factors, and each community has its own assets and challenges, we intentionally pursue a broad spectrum of focus areas. We believe the following elements represent the most effective use of our resources to achieve long-term results: Leadership Training – Build the skills and confidence of established and emerging servant leaders as they guide their community or organization toward a shared vision and plan of action; Financial Investments – Nonprofit grants and business investments that advance the shared vision and plan, foster relationships, inspire volunteerism and generate local financial support; Staff Assistance – Provide ongoing support, encouragement and expert consulting to leaders and volunteers as they implement their shared vision and plan; Resource Referral – Connect leaders and volunteers to other sources of assistance and funding.
Lincoln County Enterprise Development Corporation 402 North Harold Street P.O. Box 46 Ivanhoe, MN 56142 Toll Free: (800)658-2479 Direct: (507)694-1306 Fax: (507)694-1525 vince@lincolnenterprise,org http://lincolnenterprise.org The program is designed to assist small businesses and entrepreneurs in developing their ideas through a one-to-one approach with a professional “enterprise development facilitator.”
Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers 3137 Chicago Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55407 Direct: (612)789-7337 Fax: (612)822-1489 info@mccdmn.org http://www.mccdmn.org MCCD is an association of nonprofit community development organizations committed to expanding the wealth and resources of neighborhoods through housing and economic development initiatives. For over twenty years, MCCD members have worked together to increase opportunities for development of quality, community-based projects through collaborative action on public policy issues, loan fund development, public education efforts, and long-term strategic planning.
Minnesota Cooperative Extension Office University of Minnesota Extension Service Office of the Director 240 Coffey Hall 1420 Eckles Avenue St. Paul, MN 55108-6068 Direct: (612)624-1222 mnext@umn.edu http://www.extension.umn.edu/
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development 1st National Bank Building 332 Minnesota Street, Suite E200 Saint Paul, MN 55101-1351 Toll Free: (888)438-5627 Direct: (651)259-7114 TTY: (651)296-3900 deed.customerservice@state.mn.us http://www.deed.state.mn.us The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the state’s principal economic development agency, with programs promoting business recruitment, expansion, and retention; workforce development; international trade; and community development. The agency’s mission is to support the economic success of individuals, businesses, and communities by improving opportunities for growth. DEED’s organizational structure is aligned with its mission.
Minnesota Entrepreneurs PMB 172 4335 Pheasant Ridge Dr #224 Blaine, MN 55449 Direct: (763)783-9200 chris@mn-entrepreneurs.org http://www.mn-entrepreneurs.org Today, Minnesota Entrepreneurs is well known as one of the state’s oldest providers of inspiration, education and networking opportunities to Minnesota’s thriving entrepreneurial community. ME! executes its Mission with a team-based, volunteer board and advisors. ME! will continue to succeed as a result of the quality of its events measured by the number of entrepreneurs who attend our event and value what ME! has to offer.
Minnesota Work Incentives Connection St. Paul, MN Toll Free: (800)976-6728 Direct: (651)632-5113 TTY: (651)632-5110 http://www.mnworkincentives.com The Minnesota Work Incentives Connection can teach you the effect work will have on your government benefits, uncovering new choices and opportunities for you to be more in charge of your life.
Northeast Entrepreneur Fund 8355 Unity Drive, Suite 100 Virginia, MN 55792 Toll Free: (800)422-0374 Direct: (218)749-4191 info@entrepreneurfund.org http://www.entrepreneurfund.org The Northeast Entrepreneur Fund is a private nonprofit organization. We help people develop their ideas for starting or expanding small businesses in northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin. Our technical assistance services include classroom training and individual consulting. We help people with business planning, including developing a business idea, targeting markets, determining financial feasibility, managing cash flow and setting personal and business goals.
Northern Great Plains, Inc. Suite 201 4838 Rocking Horse Circle Fargo, ND 58104 Direct: (701)364-1349 Fax: (701)364-1350 http://www.ngplains.org The mission of NGP Inc. is to maximize the potential of the Northern Great Plains region through regional collaboration. We accomplish this by identifying and promoting policies and practices that support an integrated approach to economic opportunity, a healthy environment and vital rural communities.
Northland Foundation 202 West Superior Street Suite 610 Duluth, MN 55802 Toll Free: (800)433-4045 Direct: (218)723-4040 Fax: (218)723-4048 info@northlandfdn.org http://www.northlandfdn.org The Northland Foundation is a resource for people, businesses, and communities in Northeast Minnesota working toward prosperity through economic and social justice. Our purpose is to strengthen families, grow a sustainable regional economy, cultivate leadership and philanthropy, and foster respect for all. Through our grants to nonprofits, loans to local businesses, KIDS PLUS Program, and other special initiatives, the Northland Foundation is building a strong foundation for the future of our region.
Northwest Minnesota Foundation 4225 Technology Drive NW Bemidji, MN 56601 Toll Free: (800)659-7859 Direct: (218)759-2057 Fax: (218)759-2328 nwmf@nwmf.org http://www.nwmf.org The Northwest Minnesota Foundation invests resources, creates opportunites, and promotes philanthropy to make the region a better place to live and work.
Owatonna Business Incubator P.O. Box 505 1065 SW 24th Ave. Owatonna, MN 55060 Direct: (507)451-0517 Fax: (507)455-2788 obi@owatonnaincubator.com http://www.owatonnaincubator.com The goal of the Incubator is to provide a facility in which small and start-up businesses can grow, prosper, and contribute to the surrounding community’s economic base. Since the Incubator’s inception in 1988, numerous businesses have graduated, creating millions of dollars in payroll, and increasing the tax and economic base of the area.
Perham Area Chamber of Commerce 185 East Main Street Perham, MN 56573 Toll Free: (800)634-6112 Direct: (218)346-7710 Fax: (218)346-7712 Chamber@Perham.com http://www.perham.com To expand a diverse economy and lifestyle based on industry, service professionals, retail, agriculture and tourism with an emphasis on quality of life.
Riverview Economic Development Association 176 Cesar Chavez Street Saint Paul, MN 55107 Direct: (651)222-6347 Fax: (651)222-8398 http://www.districtdelsol.com Our mission is to enhance the quality of life on Saint Paul’s West Side by cultivating a sustainable and vibrant business community.
Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation 525 Florence Avenue P.O. Box 695 Owatonna, MN 55060 Direct: (507)455-3215 Fax: (507)455-2098 inquiry@smifoundation.org http://smifoundation.org We work to build a prosperous region with vibrant communities, innovative businesses and a skilled and valued workforce. To accomplish this, we invest in emerging businesses and the emerging workforce. We help businesses, local governments and nonprofit organizations find common ground, pool resources and achieve more.
Southwest Initiative Foundation 15 3rd Avenue NW Hutchinson, MN 55350 Toll Free: (800)594-9480 Direct: (320)587-4848 Fax: (320)587-3838 info@swifoundation.org http://www.swmnfoundation.org The Southwest Initiative Foundation is a regional community foundation dedicated to advancing southwest Minnesota through leadership, relationship building, program development, and philanthropy. The Foundation works to ensure that southwest Minnesota is a highly productive and engaged region where growing numbers of people choose to live.
UMD Center for Economic Development 11 East Superior Street, Suite 210 Duluth, MN 55802 Toll Free: (888)387-4594 Direct: (218)726-7298 ced@umdced.com http://www.umdced.com UMD CED consulting programs provide one-on-one services to business start-ups and existing businesses focusing on feasibility studies, market research, surveys, business plan development, loan packaging, operational assistance, procurement assistance, manufacturing, management, compliance (EPA, OSHA, Revenue and Tax), problem solving, and information technology. Our programs include the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), the Natural Resources Research Institute (NRRI) Business Group, the 21st Century Arrowhead Initiative, and the Student to Business Initiative.
University Technology Enterprise Center 1313 Fifth Street SE Minneapolis, MN 55414 Direct: (612)379-3800 http://www2.pro-ns.net/~utec/ The University Technology Enterprise Center (UTEC) is one of the premier enterprise centers in the Upper Midwest. Since 1986, we’ve been offering new and growing businesses a high-energy alternative to ordinary office buildings. UTEC is a long-standing member of the National Business Incubator Association, an organization dedicated to assisting new businesses.
West Central Initiative 1000 Western Avenue Fergus Falls, MN 56537 Toll Free: (800)735-2239 Direct: (218)739-2239 Fax: (218)739-5381 http://www.wcif.org Mission: Serving to improve West Central Minnesota through funding, programs and technical assistance.
WomenVenture 2324 University Avenue West, Suite 120 St. Paul, MN 55114 Toll Free: (866)646-3808 Direct: (651)646-3808 http://www.womenventure.com WomenVenture is a leader in providing the technical tools and emotional support to help you start and grow your business, find a new job, or develop a new career path.
The Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency (AEOA) was incorporated in April, 1965, as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and established as a Community Action Program (CAP) for the northeast Minnesota counties of St. Louis, Lake, and Cook. Service delivery for some programs has extended to the four neighboring counties of Aitkin, Carlton, Itasca, and Koochiching.
