Welcome!
The Latino Economic Development Center is a statewide membership based non-profit organization whose headquarters are located in Minneapolis with one satellite office in West St. Paul and one in Willmar. An ethnic/membership based Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), it is certified by the US Department of Treasury and by the MN State Council of OICs and OIC America as an Opportunities Industrialization Center (OIC).
Our Vision"A thriving multicultural community, enriched with Latino leadership, culture and economic influence."
Our Mission"To transform our community by creating economic opportunity for Latinos."
LEDC's CORE FUNCTIONS
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To establish, stabilize, and expand businesses through orientations, classes, development consulting, technical assistance, and access to capital for new and existing entrepreneurs.
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To revitalize or develop community "public markets" and commercial corridors in the Twin Cities and rural Minnesota that allow for Latino businesses to fully participate in the business community.
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To create a process and structure with which the Latino business community may access other institutions (such as banks, foundations and elected officials).
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To create a membership base that actively shapes the agenda of LEDC.
LEDC
VALUES
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Promote just, sustainable and ethical business practices, healthy work environments, social responsibility and economic justice.
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Develop Latino talent, leadership, civic engagement and political influence.
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Affirm and reflect the strengths of Latino culture and language.
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Nurture free enterprise and the entrepreneurial spirit of our community.
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Listen to and act in the best interests of our membership; contribute our wisdom and experience for the well-being of all members.
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