Applicant Update; July 19th, 2024
Hi friend!
As we move towards month three of the first round of the MN PROMISE Act grant, it's important to us to keep applicants and the community updated on our process.
Key Dates
July 31st: Applicants will be notified that they will either progress to the next stage of reviewing or be invited to opt in to apply again in Round Two
August: All awardees will be notified before the end of August 2024
Late 2024: Tentative Round Two launch date
Visit our website to see a detailed timeline.
While the timeline for Round Two is still being finalized, it is tentatively planned for late 2024. Want to start preparing? Our website has a list of information to get ready
If you have any questions, please reach out. We’re here to help!
Meet another member of the MN PROMISE Act team and community partner below!
MN PROMISE Act Team
The MN PROMISE Act initiative would not be possible without the hard work and determination from our team and community partners. Each member brings unique talents and passion that drive this program. We’re so proud of this collection of dedicated people and their contributions. Meet some of them!
Community Engagement & Outreach
Natalie Johnson Lee
A part of the Community Engagement and Outreach team, Natalie is an integral part of spreading awareness of this program while also developing long lasting relationships with businesses in our target communities. We are so grateful for her advocacy for local businesses and her passion for ensuring communities have support during the application process and beyond.
“The success of businesses in our communities hinges on intentional investment in the resources they need to thrive. I joined this project with a clear mission: to ensure that every business requiring support receives it. My outreach strategy has been centered on meeting businesses where they are and thoroughly informing them about the entire process, ensuring they understand each step and can successfully complete their applications. From the beginning, our efforts have been deliberate and focused. We have learned and adapted along the way, and I am proud of what we have built from the ground up. Moving forward, I am committed to continually enhancing our approach, ensuring that even more businesses can benefit and succeed through this process.”
Community Partner - Northside Economic Opportunity Network (NEON)
Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
Stephen Obayuwana
Loan Officer
Larry Posey
NDC is honored to be working on this grant program alongside a host of community partners, including Stephen Obayuwana, Larry Posey and their team at Northside Economic Opportunity Network (NEON). Follow the link below to learn more about all our community partners.
"NEON is honored to be a MN PROMISE Act Community Partner, and to help bring these funds to business owners on the Northside. We know we can serve our communities best when we do it together, and we're grateful to work with the MN PROMISE Act team and Neighborhood Development Center. They have worked tirelessly to ensure the program runs smoothly and is on track to bolster the development of small businesses."
All the best,
MN PROMISE Act Grant Team
Neighborhood Development Center