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Boosting Economic Mobility

A group of ten people stand outside a building, smiling and holding a large banner that reads, “FRESH GOAT SALE 8 am-4:30 pm on Fridays! First come, first served unless pre-ordered,” with a goat silhouette on it.

February 17, 2026

Loan client Happy Halal Meats brings meat processing close to home

Collaborating to support small businesses Alongside PROMISE Loan financing from SWIF, additional funds came from Citizens Alliance Bank, the

Filed Under: Boosting Economic Mobility Tagged With: Small Business Loans

Sen. Bobby Joe Champion and business owner Lourdez Schwab with a group of people standing inside a gym in front of a large wall sign that reads “Bar Path CrossFit.”

November 3, 2025

Senator tours Promise Act projects in Willmar

Promise Act Projects We recently welcomed Sen. Bobby Joe Champion, president of the Minnesota State Senate, to Willmar for a firsthand look at

Filed Under: Boosting Economic Mobility Tagged With: Business Support

Two people stand smiling in front of the Franklin Wellness Center, a brick building with large windows. The entrance sign reads “Open 24/7,” and a poster advertises Well Made Meal Prep services for visitors.

October 27, 2025

From Passion to Plate: Well Made Meal Prep

Well Made Meal Prep Fueled by the real-life challenge of balancing busy lives and providing their family with homemade, nutritious food, Shay and

Filed Under: Boosting Economic Mobility Tagged With: Small Business Loans

On May 28, a red ribbon snapped in half between giant scissors as a large group of supporters cheered in Luverne, celebrating the opening of Kids Rock! Child Care Center.

September 30, 2025

Celebrating Kids Rock! Child Care Center

Kids Rock! Child Care Center On May 28, a red ribbon snapped in half between giant scissors as a large group of supporters cheered in Luverne.

Filed Under: Boosting Economic Mobility Tagged With: Child Care

Four smiling girls in matching black outfits hold certificates and gifts, standing between two women at Synergy Dance Project’s studio, with mirrors, ballet barres, and posters visible in the background.

September 30, 2025

SMCC loan supports Hutchinson dancer, entrepreneur

Synergy Dance Project Tatyana Wittman has been dancing since she was 2. She turned her lifelong passion into a business this year, opening

Filed Under: Boosting Economic Mobility Tagged With: CDFI, Small Business Loans

Marie and Meghan hold up cups of coffee from Heather, who stands inside her mobile coffee trailer, Mocha Motion

September 26, 2025

Loan Client Mocha Motion in Hutchinson

Mocha Motion Mocha Motion is a mobile coffee trailer fueled by passion, community, and a deep love for coffee. Founder Heather Finnell, based in

Filed Under: Boosting Economic Mobility Tagged With: Small Business Loans

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