The City of Northfield just opened a Tourism Recovery Grant Program to provide financial incentives to organizations adversely impacted by the COVID- 19 pandemic that operate within the tourism sector. The goal of the program is to help the recovery and reinvest within the tourism industry that makes Northfield unique. $30,000 of the American RescueContinue reading “Northfield Tourism Recovery Grant”
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SMIF Opens Inclusive & Equitable Communities Grant Application
The Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), in partnership with Region Nine Development Commission (RNDC), is currently accepting applications for its Inclusive and Equitable Communities Grant program. Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, units of government or public institutions in SMIF’s 20-county region (including Northfield) are eligible to apply. Requests of up to $20,000 will be considered. Eligible organizations are invited to submit applications whichContinue reading “SMIF Opens Inclusive & Equitable Communities Grant Application”
2022 Hispanic Heritage Celebration
The Friends of Downtown Northfield are excited to sponsor the 2022 Hispanic Heritage Celebration on September 15, 2022. The day will include entertainment, a zumba class, food vendors, and arts and crafts activities for all. El día incluirá entretenimiento, clase de zumba, vendedores de comida así como actividades de arte y artesanía para todos. 2022Continue reading “2022 Hispanic Heritage Celebration”
Customer Service Training Opportunity with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Lens
Northfield employees, managers, and residents are invited to a free customer service training. This is based on the results of a city-wide survey conducted by the Northfield Racial & Ethnic Equity Collaborative during the spring of 2022. Gain insights from the survey results and practice skills that help create an inclusive and welcoming environment forContinue reading “Customer Service Training Opportunity with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Lens”
Northfield EDA Announces Facade Improvement Program
The Northfield Economic Development Authority (EDA) recently announced a new 3-year pilot loan program to assist downtown property owners who wish to make improvements to their building exteriors. The Facade Improvement Program will provide $20,000 a year in matching grant money to fund this initiative. Each reimbursable grant will match the investment of the property ownerContinue reading “Northfield EDA Announces Facade Improvement Program”