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Welcome to Equitable Development Action

At EDA, we are committed to fostering equity and economic inclusion in underserved communities. Our mission is to build generational wealth and empower individuals and businesses through comprehensive programs and initiatives.

Our Programs

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  • Cause Incubator & Accelerator Program for Nonprofit (IAPN)
  • Cause Underserved Business Support
  • Cause EDA Economic Empowerment Program

Our Goal, Mission and Vision.

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EDA Impact Highlights

2024:

  • Assisted underserved small businesses and nonprofits in the Twin Cities area through tailored technical assistance and capacity-building support.
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  • Advocated for $9M in funding for community-based organizations, ensuring greater access to capital, technical assistance, and essential support services for underserved communities.
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  • Provided personalized assistance to four businesses, including government registration support, capacity development,...
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Towards Equity:


The Struggles and Successes of BIPOC- and Immigrant-Owned Small Businesses

We are excited to share that Equitable Development Action (EDA) has successfully completed a research project funded by the CURA grant last year. The project, titled “Towards Equity – The Struggles and Successes of BIPOC- and Immigrant-Owned Small Businesses,” is a critical starting point for analyzing systemic barriers and innovative solutions facing marginalized business owners. The research specifically focuses on the impact in the northwest suburbs of the Twin Cities. This comprehensive research was conducted in partnership with the University of Minnesota Twin Cities’ Center for Urban and Regional Affairs (CURA) and was led by Griffin McEnery, MPP, in Spring 2024. To dive deeper into the findings, click the link below to read the summary of our research. For those interested in accessing the full research, please reach out to us directly.


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"We invite you to join our movement towards equitable development and become a catalyst for positive change in underserved communities. At EDA, we believe that collective action is essential in achieving lasting impact. Whether you are an individual, a business, or an organization, there are several meaningful ways for you to get involved"
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10 Dec 2024

245D Chapter

Early Adopters Orientation
Virtual webinar
25 Apr 2025

UBM and UBizAward

Join us for a night of celebration and recognition as...
Town Hall
10 Oct 2024
23 Aug 2024

Incubator & Accelerator Program for Nonprofits (IAPN) Virtual Workshop

Incubator & Accelerator Program for Nonprofits (IAPN) Virtual Workshop
Virtual webinar

Programs Launched

5

Nonprofits Supported

14

Businesses Assisted

7

Partnerships Formed

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Blog Posts

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Blog post
Nov 29, 2024
Why the Pan Africa US Business Summit is Your Ticket to Expanding Your Business Into Africa

Africa is growing to become an increasingly attractive destination for....

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Blog post
Nov 29, 2024
Cultivating Growth: Why Africa's Thriving Farming Sector is Ripe for US Investments

Africa’s agricultural sector is a booming one, and its potential....

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Oct 23, 2024
Harnessing Technology for Sustainable Agricultural Growth in Africa

Africa is a beautiful continent with several fertile lands, it....

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