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MN Mama Innovations: One Woman Making Change

Ayesha Furqan 3/11/26 Ayesha Furqan 3/11/26

MN Mama Innovations: One Woman Making Change

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Bonita’s Extensions and Braids: A Story of Perseverance & PROMISE

Ayesha Furqan 3/11/26 Ayesha Furqan 3/11/26

Bonita’s Extensions and Braids: A Story of Perseverance & PROMISE

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Canine Inspired Change: How One Dog Makes a Difference

Ayesha Furqan 3/11/26 Ayesha Furqan 3/11/26

Canine Inspired Change: How One Dog Makes a Difference

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Monarch Montessori School: Nurturing Children, Supporting Families, Strengthening Community

Ayesha Furqan 3/11/26 Ayesha Furqan 3/11/26

Monarch Montessori School: Nurturing Children, Supporting Families, Strengthening Community

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AMEI Accounting: Expanding Access to Financial Services in South Minneapolis

Ayesha Furqan 2/3/26 Ayesha Furqan 2/3/26

AMEI Accounting: Expanding Access to Financial Services in South Minneapolis

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Arcade Bar: A St. Paul Community Staple for Over 50 Years

Ayesha Furqan 2/3/26 Ayesha Furqan 2/3/26

Arcade Bar: A St. Paul Community Staple for Over 50 Years

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Go Crazy Gaming: A Bus Full of Joy on Wheels

Ayesha Furqan 2/3/26 Ayesha Furqan 2/3/26

Go Crazy Gaming: A Bus Full of Joy on Wheels

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Glam Luxe Hair Studio: It’s More than Just Hair

Ayesha Furqan 2/3/26 Ayesha Furqan 2/3/26

Glam Luxe Hair Studio: It’s More than Just Hair

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Creating Comfort Through Care: The Mission of Beyond Words Co.

Ayesha Furqan 1/29/26 Ayesha Furqan 1/29/26

Creating Comfort Through Care: The Mission of Beyond Words Co.

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Planting People Growing Justice

Olayinka Fadahunsi 1/16/26 Olayinka Fadahunsi 1/16/26

Planting People Growing Justice

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Lip Esteem: Beauty, Confidence, and Community Impact

Olayinka Fadahunsi 1/9/26 Olayinka Fadahunsi 1/9/26

Lip Esteem: Beauty, Confidence, and Community Impact

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Expanding Community Impact: How the PROMISE Act Supports African Community Senior Services

Ayesha Furqan 12/23/25 Ayesha Furqan 12/23/25

Expanding Community Impact: How the PROMISE Act Supports African Community Senior Services

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Milda’s Café – 60 Years of Community and Resilience

Ayesha Furqan 12/19/25 Ayesha Furqan 12/19/25

Milda’s Café – 60 Years of Community and Resilience

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Resilience and Roots: Tommie Taylor’s 30-Year Journey in Haircare

Ayesha Furqan 12/15/25 Ayesha Furqan 12/15/25

Resilience and Roots: Tommie Taylor’s 30-Year Journey in Haircare

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Scoops of Community: How Ashley Starr Keeps South Minneapolis Smiling

Ayesha Furqan 12/12/25 Ayesha Furqan 12/12/25

Scoops of Community: How Ashley Starr Keeps South Minneapolis Smiling

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Building Community with Queermunity Collaborative

Ayesha Furqan 12/12/25 Ayesha Furqan 12/12/25

Building Community with Queermunity Collaborative

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Total Wags: Building Community Through Furry Friend Care

Ayesha Furqan 11/20/25 Ayesha Furqan 11/20/25

Total Wags: Building Community Through Furry Friend Care

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Ink Sweets: Personalizing Every Cake to Create That Dream Wedding

Ayesha Furqan 11/20/25 Ayesha Furqan 11/20/25

Ink Sweets: Personalizing Every Cake to Create That Dream Wedding

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Ayesha Furqan 11/5/25 Ayesha Furqan 11/5/25

Khoo Consulting: From Connection to Empowerment with the PROMISE Act Grant Support

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Tibet Arts & Crafts: Preserving Culture and Strength at Midtown Global Market

Ayesha Furqan 10/29/25 Ayesha Furqan 10/29/25

Tibet Arts & Crafts: Preserving Culture and Strength at Midtown Global Market

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