Communities in rural Minnesota face many obstacles, such as deteriorating infrastructure (e.g., buildings, roads, etc.) and an absence of developmental leadership and knowledge. MMCDC works hard to improve rural communities by assessing strengths and weaknesses and providing strategies for positive growth and change. Click on one of the links below to find out more about how MMCDC is helping communities in rural Minnesota become better places to live and work.
Partnering with NeighborWorks America Organizations
As a member of the NeighborWorks Network, MMCDC works with other NeighborWorks organizations to further affordable housing goals
Expanding nonprofits in Detroit Lakes, Minn.
MMCDC established a $5 million rural New Markets Tax Credit fund to finance two nonprofit agencies benefiting youth and families.
Health care center improves care options for cancer patients
Rural access to health care can be a challenge. Often, residents of small communities and outlying areas have farther to drive, and they must seek treatment outside of their regular health care system when it comes to specialty medical care.