Minneapolis is home to a vibrant tapestry of community organizations dedicated to fostering growth, resilience, and inclusivity. These initiatives address various aspects of community well-being, from economic empowerment to cultural enrichment.
Northside Economic Opportunity Network (NEON)
Since 2006, NEON has been instrumental in building wealth for low-to-moderate income entrepreneurs in North Minneapolis. By offering free technical support, training workshops, and co-working spaces, NEON empowers individuals to launch and sustain businesses, contributing to the local economy. In 2025 alone, NEON disbursed $2.8 million in loans, provided over 6,000 hours of technical assistance, and supported the launch of 137 new businesses. Learn more about NEON’s impact.
Grapevine Collective
Operating the New City Center, Grapevine Collective is a volunteer-run community center in South Minneapolis. This hub supports mutual aid projects, organizing efforts, and healing communities, fostering a cooperative ecosystem of healing justice projects. Their mission is to leverage underutilized spaces to cultivate initiatives that lead to justice, wholeness, and resilience. Discover how Grapevine Collective is making a difference.
Phyllis Wheatley Community Center
For over a century, the Phyllis Wheatley Community Center has been a cornerstone in North Minneapolis, providing services and programs to all individuals seeking resources and education. Their programming nurtures the development of mind, body, spirit, family, and community, helping people build the skills they need to thrive. Explore their diverse programs.
Homegrown Minneapolis
Homegrown Minneapolis is a citywide initiative aimed at increasing residents’ access to healthy, sustainable, and locally-grown food. They offer community and market gardeners space to grow and share healthy food, define types of lots, structures, and farming techniques, and provide resources like farmers market locations and food shelf maps. Learn more about their efforts.
These organizations exemplify the spirit of Minneapolis, demonstrating that through collaboration and dedication, communities can create meaningful change and build a more inclusive and vibrant city.