Press Conference

Police Cutbacks

Minneapolis City Council's Bearing on Minneapolis Police Department Budget, November 30, 2020

Press Conference

Wednesday 12/3/2020 10:00 AM

To make it easier for Minnesotans on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) program to purchase groceries via curbside pickup or delivery, the Minnesota Department of Human Services, in partnership with the Minnesota Grocers Association (MGA), will issue grants to eligible grocery retailers for point-of-sale (POS) equipment that can accept Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards. Retailers can apply for this reimbursement grant through December 30, 2020.

The Somali American Chamber of Commerce, Hennepin County in partnership with the Mpls Regional Chamber, are pleased to announce Elevate Business HC, a new public/private initiative offering pro bono services to businesses located in Hennepin County. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and civil unrest, businesses have been greatly impacted and economic recovery is a priority. The goal of the program is to provide resources to help re-build, re-establish and re-ignite business.

Last night, SACC was honored to be one of the several organizations, business owners, and community members who welcomed the visiting delegation from the Somali Chamber of Commerce & Industry.

We're excited to announce our Emerging Entrepreneur class is now accepting applicants for the Fall session which is tentatively scheduled to begin on October 1st.