Minnesota State Programs

Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation

Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation serves 20 counties in southern Minnesota.

Provides loans to businesses that create and support jobs.
Awards early childhood and community grants to schools, governments, and nonprofit organizations.
Builds partnerships that lead to collaboration.

SMIF has supported entrepreneurship through early-stage investments, traditional loans, micro loans, technical assistance, mentoring, and regional leadership.

Business Loan Fund

Small Enterprise Loan Fund

Building Blocks Loan Fund

Local Foods Loan Fund

504 Corporation

Minnesota DEED

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) provides comprehensive business support ranging from specialized job training programs to strategic tax incentives and job creation grants designed to fuel your growth.

Business Development Specialists

Industry Specialists

Business Service Specialists

Business Financing

Starting a Business

Startup and Small Business Resources

EXPLORE MINNESOTA BUSINESS RESOURCES