DEED Launches Final Grant Round for Main Street Economic Revitalization Program Remaining Funds
21 Oct 2024
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The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) just launched a third and final round of Main Street Economic Revitalization Program funding to award the remaining $4.68 million balance of the $80 million program. The program was approved by the Minnesota State Legislature and signed by Gov. Tim Walz in 2021.
Organizations eligible to submit proposals for the grant funding – as partner organizations – include foundations engaged in economic development, community development financial institutions, and nonprofit organizations engaged in housing and commercial development.
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