Deadline for the Main Street COVID Relief Grants Program is Wednesday, September 29, 2021 |
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DEED has been accepting applications for the new Main Street COVID Relief Grants program. In total, $64,200,000 is available in grants for Minnesotan-owned and operated businesses that can demonstrate financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Businesses that are majority-owned by military veterans, women, and Black, Indigenous, and people of color individuals; employ six people or fewer; and/or did not receive previous assistance from other state relief programs will be prioritized in the selection process. Funding will be distributed in a 50/50 split between businesses located in the Twin Cities metro area and in Greater Minnesota.
Applicants that qualify and are selected will receive a grant amount between $10,000 and $25,000 based on the number of full-time equivalent (FTEs) employees on staff. To be eligible, businesses must operate in Minnesota and be majority owned by a resident of Minnesota. Additional eligibility requirements and application information can be found at DEED’s Main Street COVID Relief Grants Program page.
Applications will be reviewed and awards will be disbursed and administered by qualified local and regionally based nonprofit organizations. Grant funds received by individual businesses can be used for working capital to support payroll expenses, rent, mortgage payments, utility bills, and other similar expenses that occur or have occurred since March 12, 2020, in the regular course of business.
The application portal will close on September 29 at 11:59 p.m. Afterward, grant applications will be selected for consideration through a computer-generated, randomized selection process. If you have questions related to the program, you can email MSCRG.DEED@state.mn.us.
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Did You Know?
The DCR Chamber is 66 years old! The Chamber’s mission is:
The Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce is the regional voice that advocates for the business community, works to improve local and regional business environments, and helps cultivate vibrant communities.
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Weekly Update Change to Tuesdays
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The Weekly Update will begin arriving in your emails on Tuesday (instead of Mondays), starting October 5.
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Valley’s Own Bakehouse Ribbon Cutting
Join us for the ribbon-cutting celebration on Friday, October 1, at 10:00 AM. Tour their new facility, and try the gluten free products.
2500 158th Circle West, Suite 100, Rosemount, MN 55068
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October 2021 Critical Issues Forum: What's Next for Transit in Dakota County
Dakota County residents and businesses needed good transit service before COVID—and will again. What should that transit look like?
Join us to learn about transit’s lessons from COVID, what the federal infrastructure bill might bring, and transit agencies’ plans from here.
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Comcast Awarding $1 Million in Grants to BIPOC Small Businesses: SEEKING APPLICATIONS |
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Comcast is awarding 100 small businesses owned by people of color, including Black, Indigenous, Hispanic, and Asian Americans owners, among others, in the Twin Cities, with $10,000 grants totaling $1 million to be distributed in late November.
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Congratulations to the Leaders in Local Government Award Recipients from Dakota County
On Thursday, September 23, The Dakota County Regional Chamber was part of The Leaders in Local Government. Honored were five organizations and an Elected Official of Note in the East Metro who exemplify and demonstrate innovation, excellence, and success in local government. Congratulations to the following award recipients, proudly making Dakota County an incredible place to live and work.
Communications and Marketing: City of Lakeville.
The Lakeville community and Economic Development Department was recognized for their published Lakeville Thrive!, a monthly newsletter specific to the business community.
Planning, Land Use, and Public Works: City of Hastings.
The Hastings City Council adopted the People Movement Plan, to guide future improvements to the non-motorized movement system, such as sidewalks, bike routes, trails, and road crossings.
Public Safety: Burnsville Police Department.
The Burnsville Police Department created a Behavioral Health Unit to provide more intentional response to those in the community suffering from mental illness and mental health issues.
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You're Invited to Farmington Liquors Ribbon Cutting
Farmington Liquors will be holding a grand opening celebration on Friday, October 1 at 1:00 PM with bottle signings from former Minnesota Vikings player Chad Greenway.
Plus more festivities at 4:00 PM including food trucks, music, tastings and car show.
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Networking at its Best
Registration is Required
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Tuesday, September 28, 2021
8:00-9:00 AM
Thursday, October 14, 2021
8:00-9:00 AM
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Wednesday, September 29, 2021
8:45-10:00 AM
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Friday, October 1, 2021
7:30-9:00 AM
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Thursday, October 21, 2021
8:00-9:00 AM
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New Members
For more information on becoming a member, please email Laura Roehl, Director of Marketing & Partnerships, at Lroehl@dcrchamber.com or 952-300-1734.
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Renewed Members
If you have any questions or concerns about your membership renewal, please contact Anna Schueler at aschueler@dcrchamber.com or call 651-288-9204.
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Update Membership Files, Company Changes
Post your News, Hot Deals, and Job Openings
Log in by entering your username (email) and password to gain access to your company's member site to update information and take advantage of all the marketing tools included with your membership.
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