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Minnesota Emerging Entrepreneur Loan Program (ELP) is sponsored by Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The ELP supports the growth of Minnesota businesses owned by minorities, low-income individuals, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. It provides grant funds to nonprofit lenders across the state, which in turn offer loans to startup and expanding businesses.

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