Metro Grant Program
The Minneapolis-Saint Paul Grant Program, in partnership with the Neighborhood Development Center (NDC), is awarding a total of ~$72.2 million to eligible small businesses across select neighborhoods in North Minneapolis, South Minneapolis, and Saint Paul.
Total Program Fund
$72,280,000
( $36,140,000 per year )
What can grants
be used for?
✓ Working Capital
✓ Payroll Expenses
✓ Rent or Mortgage Payments
✓ Utility Bills
✓ Equipment
✓ Regular Business Expenses
Program
Partner
Metro Grant Application
Application Status
Round Two Opening Late 2024
Funding Round Details
Round 2
Late 2024
2025 Rounds
To Be Announced
Prepare to Apply
Information
Sessions
NDC is partnering with local organizations and legislators to hold general information sessions around North Minneapolis, South Minneapolis, and Saint Paul eligible neighborhoods. Check out the event page to see what is scheduled.
If you are located in a Twin Cities area eligible for the PROMISE Act and wish to have information about the PROMISE Act presented at your organization's event, please fill out this form:
Get Ready
Workshop
NDC is hosting a series of workshops that walk you through everything you need to apply for a Minneapolis - Saint Paul PROMISE Act grant.
Each workshop covers eligibility, application questions, and required documentation. Registered participants also have the opportunity to sit down one-on-one with a technical advisor to have their specific questions answered.
Visit the event page to register.
Grant Preparation
Information
Begin your application preparation by familiarizing yourself with:
Questions you'll need to answer
A list of documents to submit, like required tax forms, government ID, and others.
Eligible Areas of
Minneapolis & Saint Paul
Map Navigation Instructions
Click on the map and use the +/- controls to zoom in / out of each eligible area.
Click on an area to see detailed geographic boundaries.
How to Check a Business Address’ Eligibility
Use the ⛶ icon in the top right corner to view the map full screen.
Once in full screen, click the 🔍 magnifying glass on the left side of the screen, and enter the business’ address in the search bar. If the address appears in a shaded area, it is likely a neighborhood eligible for the Minneapolis and Saint Paul program.