- Job resources at most branches including written material, in-person assistance, and free classes on job search strategies, resume writing, networking and interviewing. Visit website for schedule or call individual branch. See branches for contact information. - Mobile workPLACE: Computer access, skill training, and job search and skill assistance outside of library locations. Classes always provided in English, Hmong, Somali and Spanish. At certain times, classes also available in Karen, Amharic and Tigrinya. See website for schedule. - Small Business Resource Center at Rondo Community Outreach Library including print, online, class and in-person assistance on starting, marketing, financing and adapting a small business. - Visit website for branch locations and hours

Educational Program - Programs provided by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs to help with business skills, connections, and potential growth, including workshops and training. For current programs, click here Loans and Advising - Loans with no-cost advising. Loans offered: - City of Cook Economic Recovery Fund: Loan for local business in the city of Cook who are recovering from the summer 2024 flood - Gap Financing: Loan covers the "gap" between various sources of funding and the total cost of the project. Used for commercial real estate projects, such as mortgage or major renovation and has more flexibility than traditional lenders - Healthy Food Fund: Specialized loan for local food retailers and producers that helps with replacing dated equipment, investing in technology, expanding business, purchasing inventory, hiring staff, updating building, purchasing new or existing store, and more - SBA Microloan: Start up loan for working capital, inventory, or equipment purchase - Working Capital Loan: Loan provides access to cash for various projects and investments such as marketing campaigns, purchased inventory, upgrade equipment, or expand business operation.

- Business development including assistance with business plan writing and technical assistance - Business loans to eligible businesses - Business plan classes held three times a year

- Business development services including technical assistance, loan consultation, and entrepreneurial training - Commercial-industrial real estate development - Community-based development planning - Housing development and asset management

Provides information, resources, and tools to help small business owners and entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses. Services include: ?- Free business counseling to owners or prospective owners of small businesses. NOTE: Provides a counseling service only. SCORE members are not employees of clients. ?- Mentorship program with other business entrepeneurs - On-site field visits if requested for counseling - Workshops on basic information needed to start a new business. Other workshops include creating a marketing plan, business plan, or getting financing.

- Job resources at most branches including written material, in-person assistance, and free classes on job search strategies, resume writing, networking and interviewing. Visit website for schedule or call individual branch. See branches for contact information. - Mobile workPLACE: Computer access, skill training, and job search and skill assistance outside of library locations. Classes always provided in English, Hmong, Somali and Spanish. At certain times, classes also available in Karen, Amharic and Tigrinya. See website for schedule. - Small Business Resource Center at Rondo Community Outreach Library including print, online, class and in-person assistance on starting, marketing, financing and adapting a small business. - Visit website for branch locations and hours

Offers low-income individuals who are interested in opening a small business start-up or need an expansion loan. The program includes: - Child care provider business start-up or expansion loans up to $3000 - Focus on women and minority-owned businesses is encouraged to apply - Small business start-up or expansion loan of $25,000 - Repayment terms are reasonable and flexible

- Housing rehabilitation loans - Loan referrals - Small business assistance

Promotes and invests in business, community, and workforce development for the betterment of northeastern Minnesota. Provides vital funding, including low- or no-interest loans, grants, and loan guarantees for businesses relocating or expanding in the region. Additionally, a variety of grants are available to local units of government, education institutions, and nonprofits that promote workforce development and sustainable communities.

Provides services and resources to retain, attract, create, and expand businesses, and quality employment opportunities in Freeborn County. The Albert Lea Economic Development Agency consists of two separate agencies; the Albert Lea Port Authority and Greater Jobs Inc. Services include: - Business membership - Business development - Business mentorship - Entrepreneur services - Opportunities for students

Offers low-income individuals who are interested in opening a small business start-up or need an expansion loan. The program includes: - Child care provider business start-up or expansion loans up to $3000 - Focus on women and minority-owned businesses is encouraged to apply - Small business start-up or expansion loan of $25,000 - Repayment terms are reasonable and flexible

Educational Program - Programs provided by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs to help with business skills, connections, and potential growth, including workshops and training. For current programs, click here Loans and Advising - Loans with no-cost advising. Loans offered: - City of Cook Economic Recovery Fund: Loan for local business in the city of Cook who are recovering from the summer 2024 flood - Gap Financing: Loan covers the "gap" between various sources of funding and the total cost of the project. Used for commercial real estate projects, such as mortgage or major renovation and has more flexibility than traditional lenders - Healthy Food Fund: Specialized loan for local food retailers and producers that helps with replacing dated equipment, investing in technology, expanding business, purchasing inventory, hiring staff, updating building, purchasing new or existing store, and more - SBA Microloan: Start up loan for working capital, inventory, or equipment purchase - Working Capital Loan: Loan provides access to cash for various projects and investments such as marketing campaigns, purchased inventory, upgrade equipment, or expand business operation.

- Oversee and advise existing reservation businesses on operations for profitability. - Establish processes that will help create jobs, foster more stable and diversified economies and improving living condidtions for the benefit of the Leech Lake Band.

Provides financial assistance and education to help develop businesses with services including: - Business development training workshop - Business loans: 6-step program that provides financial education and a business loan - Consulting services - Financial coaching and consulting - Legal advice

- Business development including assistance with business plan writing and technical assistance - Business loans to eligible businesses - Business plan classes held three times a year

- Non-profit development programs - Grant creation - Donor services - Fund management and hosting - Business investments - Business loan program - Community planning - Leadership training

Koochco is a private, non-profit gap financing agency. Koochco's loans are meant to create and maintain permanent employment through the establishment of new businesses or the expansion of existing businesses in Koochiching County. To be eligible for this program, the business must be located within Koochiching County.

Focuses on: - New business creation - Business expansion - Outside business recruitment

Works to support business in Granite Falls. Manages the city's Revolving Loan Fund and other financial incentives. Helps businesses write plans and connects them with other organizations that can help. Develops strategies to improve the business climate EDA board.

- Job resources at most branches including written material, in-person assistance, and free classes on job search strategies, resume writing, networking and interviewing. Visit website for schedule or call individual branch. See branches for contact information. - Mobile workPLACE: Computer access, skill training, and job search and skill assistance outside of library locations. Classes always provided in English, Hmong, Somali and Spanish. At certain times, classes also available in Karen, Amharic and Tigrinya. See website for schedule. - Small Business Resource Center at Rondo Community Outreach Library including print, online, class and in-person assistance on starting, marketing, financing and adapting a small business. - Visit website for branch locations and hours

Educational Program - Programs provided by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs to help with business skills, connections, and potential growth, including workshops and training. For current programs, click here Loans and Advising - Loans with no-cost advising. Loans offered: - City of Cook Economic Recovery Fund: Loan for local business in the city of Cook who are recovering from the summer 2024 flood - Gap Financing: Loan covers the "gap" between various sources of funding and the total cost of the project. Used for commercial real estate projects, such as mortgage or major renovation and has more flexibility than traditional lenders - Healthy Food Fund: Specialized loan for local food retailers and producers that helps with replacing dated equipment, investing in technology, expanding business, purchasing inventory, hiring staff, updating building, purchasing new or existing store, and more - SBA Microloan: Start up loan for working capital, inventory, or equipment purchase - Working Capital Loan: Loan provides access to cash for various projects and investments such as marketing campaigns, purchased inventory, upgrade equipment, or expand business operation.

- Job resources at most branches including written material, in-person assistance, and free classes on job search strategies, resume writing, networking and interviewing. Visit website for schedule or call individual branch. See branches for contact information. - Mobile workPLACE: Computer access, skill training, and job search and skill assistance outside of library locations. Classes always provided in English, Hmong, Somali and Spanish. At certain times, classes also available in Karen, Amharic and Tigrinya. See website for schedule. - Small Business Resource Center at Rondo Community Outreach Library including print, online, class and in-person assistance on starting, marketing, financing and adapting a small business. - Visit website for branch locations and hours

- Offers no cost services - Business and Management consulting Information and Referral on: - Business start-up - Accounting systems and financial analysis - Employer/Employee relations

Services include: - Job creation through loans and grants - Loans to businesses and entrepreneurs in the region - Support community organizations, schools, hospitals, city and county government through grants - Establish endowment funds to support Northwest Minnesota communities in the future - Support new businesses and expanded existing businesses - Train community leaders - A center for local philanthropy where committed citizens can make a difference for their communities and neighbors by financially responding to changing human and economic needs - Nonprofit management and organizational effectiveness training - Early Childhood initiative - Youth leadership training

- Job resources at most branches including written material, in-person assistance, and free classes on job search strategies, resume writing, networking and interviewing. Visit website for schedule or call individual branch. See branches for contact information. - Mobile workPLACE: Computer access, skill training, and job search and skill assistance outside of library locations. Classes always provided in English, Hmong, Somali and Spanish. At certain times, classes also available in Karen, Amharic and Tigrinya. See website for schedule. - Small Business Resource Center at Rondo Community Outreach Library including print, online, class and in-person assistance on starting, marketing, financing and adapting a small business. - Visit website for branch locations and hours