The past few years have required all of us to think, adapt and plan in new and innovative ways. Through every challenge, we’ve remained committed to our vision of building… Read more »
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Unique Communities, Unique Partnerships
As a nonprofit, strategic partnerships are key to our success.
We partner with organizations that believe in our mission to grow small businesses, build thriving communities and create a diverse regional economy. Each partnership is unique and built to best serve a small business, a community or the region.
From bringing together a group of funders to helping a small business access capital to collaborating on regional economic growth strategies, we understand that we’re stronger together.
Partner Spotlight
“NBC is a strong supporter of small business in the region and a long-time partner of the Entrepreneur Fund. EF is unique in their ability to advance entrepreneurship and elevate business growth in our communities, as a philanthropic organization and referral partner their impact is exceptional.”
– Steven Burgess | President & CEO, National Bank of Commerce
With NBC’s help, the Entrepreneur Fund successfully closed the ENVEST Capital Campaign, turning $2.5 million into $25 million for regional entrepreneurs by maximizing every ENVESTMENT. NBC also continues to be a strong referral partner and many EF clients “graduate” to become NBC clients.
The Latest
2022 Impact Snapshot: Evolving for Tomorrow
Growing Manufacturing on the Iron Range with Advanced Machine Guarding Solutions
Advanced Machine Guarding Solutions (AMGS) based in Hibbing, Minnesota, specializes in steel perimeter guarding for machines and robotics. Iron Range native, Jason Wobbema is on a mission to grow his… Read more »
...Cook’s Country Connection: A one-of-a-kind community hub
Written by Samantha Erkkila, Entrepreneur Fund A petting farm in a town of less than 530 people in northern Minnesota might not sound like a great business plan, but that’s… Read more »
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