Little Africa Business & Cultural District of Minnesota

07/17/2026

We're hiring! AEDS is looking for a Museum Coordinator & Small Business Marketing Specialist to join our team full-time in St. Paul.

This role is a great fit for someone who loves wearing many hats. You'll help plan and run programming at the African Museum, Arts & Cultural Center, play a key part in organizing our annual Little Africa Festival, and bring your design skills to life through flyers, social media, newsletters, and more. You'll also get to work directly with small business owners, offering marketing support like logo design, social media help, and brand guidance.

If you're passionate about culture, community, and creativity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today: https://jobs.minnesotanonprofits.org/job/museum-coordinator-small-business-marketing-specialist-saint-paul-minnesota-103540

05/15/2026

02/16/2026

The AEDS Small Business Emergency Relief Fund is now open.

We are providing emergency support to small businesses that have experienced recent economic hardship. This fund is designed to help stabilize businesses and keep our community strong during challenging times.

At this time, funding is prioritized for small businesses physically located in Saint Paul and Minneapolis. As additional resources become available, we hope to expand support to more areas.

Applications will be reviewed by a Community Advisory Committee to ensure fair, transparent, and community-informed decisions.

Application closes March 2.

Apply today:
www.aeds-mn.org

02/10/2026

Do you qualify for tax credits or refunds this year?

Tax season has begun, and there may be credits available that could put money back in your pocket.

Join African Economic Development Solutions, in partnership with Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid, for a free virtual workshop focused on tax credit education and resources.

🗓 February 19
🕐 1:30–2:30 PM CT
💻 Free virtual workshop
🔗 Sign up: https://events.ringcentral.com/events/tax-credit-refunds-do-you-qualify

This session will help you understand what you may qualify for and how to access available resources.

02/05/2026

✨ IN OUR PRESENCE ✊🏿 ✨

Join us on Saturday, February 7th for the opening of In Our Presence, a Black History Month group exhibition centering reflection, memory, and lived experience.
This exhibition features the work of four African American artists whose practices engage history, identity, and collective care:

🖤 Kay Heino
🖤 Rajine Williams
🖤 Arnée Martin
🖤 Jeannine Erickson

Together, their work spans painting, mixed media, fiber, digital collage, and installation inviting us to pause, reflect, and gather in community.

📍 African Museum Arts & Cultural Center
678 Snelling Ave N, Suite S-200
St. Paul, MN 55104

🕓 Opening Night: Saturday, Feb 7 | 4–8 PM
🎤 Artist Talk: 6 PM
🖼 Exhibition on view: Feb 7–Feb 27
🗓 Gallery Hours: Tuesday–Friday | 1–5 PM
✨ Drinks & snacks provided

We look forward to welcoming you into the space 🤍

02/05/2026

More tax credits. More opportunities.

Each week, we’re sharing a Minnesota tax credit or refund you may qualify for.

Learn more at
www.revenue.state.mn.us

01/29/2026

Did you know there are multiple tax credits that can support your family?

This is one of them, the Minnesota Child Tax Credit.
We will be sharing more resources weekly so you can see what you may qualify for.

Follow along and learn more at
www.revenue.state.mn.us

12/10/2025

Happening TODAY!

Join us for a FREE virtual workshop designed to help small businesses step into 2026 with clarity, confidence, and simple strategies that actually work.

🗓 Dec 10, 2025 | 4–6 PM CT
🎙 With Marketing & Communication Consultant, Sena Geleta
💻 Hosted by AEDS | Quarterly Forum

✔ Branding basics
✔ Finding your customers
✔ Content that connects
✔ Low-budget tools for real impact
📌 Sign up and start 2026 strong: https://events.ringcentral.com/events/small-businesses-marketing-that-works?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQKNjYyODU2ODM3OQABHlubZ7WMPyhNC4EncFkEskFdNdTXJXtVUP69xKU09RDVkZSL9neaQPM3gMtv_aem_o00WoHl0waa8OIa9IoW9-w