February 13, 2026
Economic Response Fund - Funding For Small Businesses
Crookston Economic Development Authority has been informed of a time-sensitive funding opportunity for small businesses in our region that have experienced recent operational disruptions. While this opportunity prioritizes immigrant-owned businesses, it is not exclusive to them and may support other businesses significantly affected by the recent federal enforcement surge.
The Minneapolis Foundation has opened a one-time Economic Response Fund offering grants of up to $10,000 for eligible Minnesota small businesses experiencing sudden economic disruption.
Key details:
Focus is on businesses experiencing sudden economic disruption (temporary closures, major revenue loss, workforce impacts, safety/security concerns).
Funding is unrestricted emergency support (not intended for seasonal downturns).
Businesses with a maximum of 40 employees are eligible to apply.
Funding is available for businesses that are currently operating as well as those that are temporarily or permanently closed due to disruptions.
Applications are first-come, first-served and are already open.
This funding opportunity is not open to nonprofit organizations, local governments, or individual employees applying on their own behalf.
All businesses must apply directly through the Minneapolis Foundation Website. In addition, Northwest Minnesota Foundation can assist with the application.
For any additional questions, please reach out to:
Taylor Wyum | Community Development Director
(218) 280-6368
twyum@crookston.mn.us
Kristin Anderson | Program Officer
(218) 558-5331
kristina@nwmf.org