Empower Your Financial Future

In partnership with Stearns Bank, we are offering a Financial Literacy Training Program designed to equip individuals with essential money management skills. This program covers key topics such as Budgeting & Savings, Credit & Debt Management, Investing, and more.

Join our Providers Support Program

The Providers Support Program empowers HCBS providers in Minnesota with expert guidance, compliance support, workforce development strategies, and business optimization solutions. We are committed to helping you strengthen service quality and navigate the evolving landscape of residential care.

Cause

Welcome to Equitable Development Action

At EDACT, we are committed to fostering equity and economic inclusion in underserved communities. Our mission is to build generational wealth and empower individuals and businesses through comprehensive programs and initiatives.

Our Goal, Mission and Vision.

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EDACT Impact Highlights

2025
Year of Impact & Growth

In 2025, our programs equipped entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and providers with the skills, knowledge, and support needed to grow and thrive

2024
Year of Impact & Foundations

In 2024, our organization laid the groundwork for sustainable growth and community empowerment.

2023
Impact & Strategic Expansion

EDACT advanced its mission by launching core programs, supporting community-focused initiatives, and strengthening internal operations.

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Towards Equity:


The Struggles and Successes of BIPOC- and Immigrant-Owned Small Businesses

We are excited to share that Equitable Development Action (EDACT) has successfully completed a research project funded by the CURA grant last year. The project, titled “Towards Equity – The Struggles and Successes of BIPOC- and Immigrant-Owned Small Businesses,” is a critical starting point for analyzing systemic barriers and innovative solutions facing marginalized business owners. The research specifically focuses on the impact in the northwest suburbs of the Twin Cities. This comprehensive research was conducted in partnership with the University of Minnesota Twin Cities’ Center for Urban and Regional Affairs (CURA) and was led by Griffin McEnery, MPP, in Spring 2024. To dive deeper into the findings, click the link below to read the summary of our research. For those interested in accessing the full research, please reach out to us directly.


Take Action

"We invite you to join our movement towards equitable development and become a catalyst for positive change in underserved communities. At EDACT, we believe that collective action is essential in achieving lasting impact. Whether you are an individual, a business, or an organization, there are several meaningful ways for you to get involved"
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Stay Updated with the Latest Happenings and Upcoming Events.

16 Dec 2025

MN Skills-Based Hiring Accelerator Workshop: December

Attract, Hire, Advance & Retain Qualified Talent The Minnesota Skills-Based...
16 Dec 2025

Bloomington Business Connections

This updated series provides the business community an opportunity to...
11 Dec 2025

2025 Annual Minnesota Keystone Celebration

The 49th Minnesota Keystone Celebration honors our state's tradition of...
25 Nov 2025

Northeast Minneapolis Business Connections

This updated series provides the business community an opportunity to...

Programs Launched

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Nonprofits Supported

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Businesses Impacted

150 +

Partnerships Formed

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Blog Posts

Read our latest news and announcements.

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Dec 10, 2025
Accessing Resources Every Small Business Owner Should Know About in 2026

Running a small business shouldn’t mean running yourself into burnout.....

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Dec 04, 2025
How your Business can end the year with intention

As December arrives and the year begins its final chapter,....

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Nov 26, 2025
Why Community Support Matters BIPOC Businesses

As we look back on this year through the lens....

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