Small Business Assistance Partnerships Program Grant
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
Funding Amount
US $100,000 - US $400,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Small Business Assistance Partnerships Program Grant
Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
Amount: US $100,000 - US $400,000
Last Updated: August 15, 2025
Summary
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is launching the Small Business Assistance Partnerships Program to provide no-cost development and technical assistance services to entrepreneurs, focusing on underserved populations. This initiative aims to foster job growth and support the economic success of diverse Minnesota communities, including Black, Indigenous, and low-income individuals. Proposals are sought from organizations and coalitions to enhance small business growth and innovation throughout the state.Overview
About Us The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the state's principal economic development agency. DEED programs promote business recruitment, expansion, and retention; international trade; workforce development; and community development. Small Business Assistance Partnerships Program Through its Office of Small Business and Innovation, DEED is seeking proposals from individual organizations, regional coalitions, and state-wide entrepreneurial support services providers to provide no-cost small business development and technical assistance services to entrepreneurs and small business owners, with a particular focus on underserved populations and geographies including individuals who are Black, Indigenous, people of color, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, low-income individuals, and includes people from rural Minnesota. The delivery of these services will support the start-up, growth, and success of Minnesota's entrepreneurs and small business owners and facilitate an economic environment that produces job growth and supports the economic success of Minnesota individuals, businesses, and communities.Eligibility
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