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MAKING GREATER MINNESOTA'S VOICE STRONGER

The Greater Minnesota Partnership is an advocacy organization dedicated to ensuring that state policies and funding foster economic growth across Greater Minnesota.

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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.

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ADVOCACY

We focus on the issues that matter to Greater Minnesota communities, including economic and workforce development, housing, child care, broadband, and infrastructure.

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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.

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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

DEED: PFA awards more than $265 million for statewide infrastructure projects

January 1, 2025

The Public Facilities Authority (PFA) announced more than $265 million in loans and grants for wastewater and drinking water infrastructure projects, including several in Greater…

DEED: Four Greater MN cities receive BDPI awards

December 31, 2024

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) announced more than $4.37 million in grant awards to four communities in Greater Minnesota through the…

MN Housing announces 2024 project selections

December 22, 2024

The Minnesota Housing Finance Agency (Minnesota Housing) announced the agency’s 2024 project selections yesterday, totaling nearly $191 million in investments. According to the agency, the…

MHFA Local Government Housing Programs updates

December 12, 2024

Minnesota Housing recently presented an overview of the new Local Government Housing programs. You can watch the recording of the webinar and the accompanying presentation…