GET TO KNOW THE GMNP
Mission & History
Since our founding in 2013, the GMNP has served as a relentless advocate for economic development policies and resources that benefit Greater Minnesota.
ADVOCACY
We focus on the issues that matter to Greater Minnesota communities, including economic and workforce development, housing, child care, broadband, and infrastructure.
Membership
The Greater Minnesota Partnership brings together almost 100 businesses, economic development organizations, local governments, chambers of commerce, higher education institutions, and nonprofits committed to promoting economic growth and stimulating prosperity.
Join us in speaking up for Greater Minnesota
The GMNP has played a vital role in the passage of key legislation for Greater Minnesota, securing hundreds of millions of dollars to support economic development across the state. By becoming a member, you can help the GMNP become an even more effective advocate for Greater Minnesota businesses and communities.
LATEST UPDATES
Child Care Economic Development Grants Announced
Congratulations to members and your partners who were awarded this second round of Child Care Economic Development Grants funding to support the startup or expansion…
Minnesota Expanding Opportunity Fund Program
The Minnesota Expanding Opportunity Fund Program is a state-funded program providing low-interest loans to Minnesota nonprofit corporations, Tribal economic development entities, and community development financial…
Upcoming deadlines for 2025 Housing Tax Credit Round 2
Minnesota Housing is currently accepting applications for 2025 Housing Tax Credit Round 2, as well as the HUD Section 811 Project-Based Rental Assistance Program. Important…
DEED: Minnesota jobs and labor force grow again in December
DEED announced today that Minnesota employers added more than 4,000 jobs and the state’s workforce grew by 3,300 jobseekers in December. The state unemployment rate…