Building
Community
Working collectively to build strong stable communities by leveraging resources for the development of people and places
Forgivable Loan Fund
MCCD has established the Forgivable Loan Fund, a lifeline for small businesses facing unexpected hardships. Your generosity will help us swiftly aid small businesses. The immediate assistance we can offer is the decisive factor between closing their doors and continuing to grow their business.
You can make a difference
Community Development
Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers (MCCD) is an association of nonprofit affordable housing and economic development organizations from across the state, committed to expanding wealth building opportunities and advancing racial and economic justice. For over 33 years, our members have worked collectively to leverage resources for the development of people and places.
As a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), MCCD provides business advising services and access to low-cost capital for entrepreneurs and business owners who have been locked out of traditional banking institutions, with a focus on Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC), low-wealth individuals, women and other marginalized groups.
MCCD primarily serves in cities and counties around the Twin Cities region including Anoka County, Dakota County, Hennepin County, Ramsey County, Washington County, and City of Northfield.
Programs
MCCD is committed to carrying out our work in four core program areas.
"The support that MCCD and CDFIs provide minority-owned business owners is critical to the ongoing journey of generational healing and cultural empowerment. When each of us rises, we all rise."
Kari Tribble
Founder of Avari Beauty
“If someone can IMAGINE their business, MCCD will EDUCATE, COUNSEL, and INSTRUCT you through the process. We are extremely grateful for the Open to Business program at MCCD and know this program will support more new businesses in the future.”
Deru Bezbiah
Owner of Deru Braiding
"Our expansion wasn’t going to start without financing. The City would not but not be able to finance the entire gap. Without MCCD’s help I don’t know if we would could not complete the project. I would recommend MCCD to any business that is looking to grow within their community.”
Matt Malecha
General Manager of Spiral Food Co-op Hastings
"I got connected through my MCCD Business Advisor, in hopes to make a new collection for upcoming showcases. I knew I needed financing and knew MCCD was a great option. The borrowing process was smooth, and MCCD was very easy to communicate with."
Chelsea
Co-Owner of Modehouse
