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UID:8495-1745193600-1745279999@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:June 2025 PACE/FlexPACE Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:Participating in the Assisting Community Expansion (PACE) Program\, the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a no-interest\, deferred loan up to $269\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant up to $500\,000 to collectively reduce the interest paid on a loan used to acquire land or equipment on for working capital. \nDon’t fit the traditional definition of the PACE program? FlexPACE is a flexible program where the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a loan of up to $107\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant portion of up to $200\,000. \nTo apply for either program\, please contact EDC business development staff. Applications are reviewed and approved by the EDC Board of Directors at monthly meetings before progressing to the Grand Forks Growth Fund.
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/june-2025-pace-flexpace-applications-due/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250401
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CREATED:20241219T165627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T165627Z
UID:8494-1743379200-1743465599@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:May 2025 PACE/FlexPACE Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:Participating in the Assisting Community Expansion (PACE) Program\, the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a no-interest\, deferred loan up to $269\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant up to $500\,000 to collectively reduce the interest paid on a loan used to acquire land or equipment on for working capital. \nDon’t fit the traditional definition of the PACE program? FlexPACE is a flexible program where the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a loan of up to $107\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant portion of up to $200\,000. \nTo apply for either program\, please contact EDC business development staff. Applications are reviewed and approved by the EDC Board of Directors at monthly meetings before progressing to the Grand Forks Growth Fund.
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/may-2025-pace-flexpace-applications-due/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250225
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20241219T165547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T165547Z
UID:8452-1740355200-1740441599@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:April 2025 PACE/FlexPACE Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:Participating in the Assisting Community Expansion (PACE) Program\, the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a no-interest\, deferred loan up to $269\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant up to $500\,000 to collectively reduce the interest paid on a loan used to acquire land or equipment on for working capital. \nDon’t fit the traditional definition of the PACE program? FlexPACE is a flexible program where the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a loan of up to $107\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant portion of up to $200\,000. \nTo apply for either program\, please contact EDC business development staff. Applications are reviewed and approved by the EDC Board of Directors at monthly meetings before progressing to the Grand Forks Growth Fund.
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/april-2025-pace-flexpace-applications-due/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T093000
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20241219T163708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T164310Z
UID:8460-1740124800-1740130200@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:2025 InternGF Launch Party
DESCRIPTION:Join the UND Center for Innovation and Grand Forks Region EDC for the 2025 Launch of InternGF! Enjoy breakfast\, learn about InternGF internship funding opportunities\, hear from past participants\, and celebrate successes! \nInternGF is a unique partnership between the UND Center for Innovation and the Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation. It is designed to introduce UND students to high-wage\, in-demand careers and employers in the Grand Forks region. The goal of the program is to aid in local recruitment and retention efforts by showcasing regional companies\, career opportunities\, and community assets. \n  \nEvent Outline \n8:00 AM – Breakfast \n8:15 AM – Welcome and Program Overview \n8:25 AM – Panel of InternGF participants \n9:00 AM – Ending Session: How to Get Started with Internships \n9:20-9:30 AM – Social \nRSVP for the Launch Party \n  \nLearn More About InternGF
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/2025-interngf-launch-party/
LOCATION:Center For Innovation\, Idea Lab\, 4200 James Ray Drive\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becca Cruger":MAILTO:beccac@grandforksorg
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250128
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20241219T165439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T165501Z
UID:8493-1737936000-1738022399@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:March 2025 PACE/FlexPACE Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:Participating in the Assisting Community Expansion (PACE) Program\, the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a no-interest\, deferred loan up to $269\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant up to $500\,000 to collectively reduce the interest paid on a loan used to acquire land or equipment on for working capital. \nDon’t fit the traditional definition of the PACE program? FlexPACE is a flexible program where the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a loan of up to $107\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant portion of up to $200\,000. \nTo apply for either program\, please contact EDC business development staff. Applications are reviewed and approved by the EDC Board of Directors at monthly meetings before progressing to the Grand Forks Growth Fund.
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/march-2025-pace-flexpace-applications-due/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250302
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20241219T163525Z
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UID:8462-1735689600-1740873599@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:Intern GF Applications for Summer '25 Open
DESCRIPTION:InternGF offers up to $3\,500 to offset an intern’s salary. Employers can apply for up to two internships per year. Eligible applicants must be an early-to-mid-stage startup or a member organization of the EDC that can offer an internship not routinely found in the greater Grand Forks region. \nSummer Internships | May 1 – August 31 \n\nApplications Open: January 1 – March 1\nPriority Deadline: February 1
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/intern-gf-applications-for-summer-25-open/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241224
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20241219T165401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T165401Z
UID:8492-1734912000-1734998399@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:February 2025 PACE/FlexPACE Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:Participating in the Assisting Community Expansion (PACE) Program\, the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a no-interest\, deferred loan up to $269\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant up to $500\,000 to collectively reduce the interest paid on a loan used to acquire land or equipment on for working capital. \nDon’t fit the traditional definition of the PACE program? FlexPACE is a flexible program where the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a loan of up to $107\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant portion of up to $200\,000. \nTo apply for either program\, please contact EDC business development staff. Applications are reviewed and approved by the EDC Board of Directors at monthly meetings before progressing to the Grand Forks Growth Fund.
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/february-2025-pace-flexpace-applications-due/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241126
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20240412T155241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T155241Z
UID:7788-1732492800-1732579199@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:January PACE/FlexPACE Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:Participating in the Assisting Community Expansion (PACE) Program\, the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a no-interest\, deferred loan up to $269\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant up to $500\,000 to collectively reduce the interest paid on a loan used to acquire land or equipment on for working capital. \nDon’t fit the traditional definition of the PACE program? FlexPACE is a flexible program where the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a loan of up to $107\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant portion of up to $200\,000. \nTo apply for either program\, please contact EDC business development staff. Applications are reviewed and approved by the EDC Board of Directors at monthly meetings before progressing to the Grand Forks Growth Fund.
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/january-pace-flexpace-applications-due/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241029
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20240412T155152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T155152Z
UID:7786-1730073600-1730159999@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:December PACE/FlexPACE Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:Participating in the Assisting Community Expansion (PACE) Program\, the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a no-interest\, deferred loan up to $269\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant up to $500\,000 to collectively reduce the interest paid on a loan used to acquire land or equipment on for working capital. \nDon’t fit the traditional definition of the PACE program? FlexPACE is a flexible program where the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a loan of up to $107\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant portion of up to $200\,000. \nTo apply for either program\, please contact EDC business development staff. Applications are reviewed and approved by the EDC Board of Directors at monthly meetings before progressing to the Grand Forks Growth Fund.
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/december-pace-flexpace-applications-due/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240924
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20240412T155058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T155058Z
UID:7784-1727049600-1727135999@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:November PACE/FlexPACE Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:Participating in the Assisting Community Expansion (PACE) Program\, the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a no-interest\, deferred loan up to $269\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant up to $500\,000 to collectively reduce the interest paid on a loan used to acquire land or equipment on for working capital. \nDon’t fit the traditional definition of the PACE program? FlexPACE is a flexible program where the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a loan of up to $107\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant portion of up to $200\,000. \nTo apply for either program\, please contact EDC business development staff. Applications are reviewed and approved by the EDC Board of Directors at monthly meetings before progressing to the Grand Forks Growth Fund.
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/november-pace-flexpace-applications-due/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240827
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20240412T154938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T154938Z
UID:7781-1724630400-1724716799@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:October PACE/FlexPACE Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:Participating in the Assisting Community Expansion (PACE) Program\, the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a no-interest\, deferred loan up to $269\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant up to $500\,000 to collectively reduce the interest paid on a loan used to acquire land or equipment on for working capital. \nDon’t fit the traditional definition of the PACE program? FlexPACE is a flexible program where the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a loan of up to $107\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant portion of up to $200\,000. \nTo apply for either program\, please contact EDC business development staff. Applications are reviewed and approved by the EDC Board of Directors at monthly meetings before progressing to the Grand Forks Growth Fund.
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/october-pace-flexpace-applications-due/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240723
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20240412T154816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T154816Z
UID:7779-1721606400-1721692799@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:September PACE/FlexPACE Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:Participating in the Assisting Community Expansion (PACE) Program\, the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a no-interest\, deferred loan up to $269\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant up to $500\,000 to collectively reduce the interest paid on a loan used to acquire land or equipment on for working capital. \nDon’t fit the traditional definition of the PACE program? FlexPACE is a flexible program where the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a loan of up to $107\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant portion of up to $200\,000. \nTo apply for either program\, please contact EDC business development staff. Applications are reviewed and approved by the EDC Board of Directors at monthly meetings before progressing to the Grand Forks Growth Fund.
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/september-pace-flexpace-applications-due/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241101
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20231101T215436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T215436Z
UID:6999-1719792000-1730419199@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:Intern GF Applications for Spring '25 Open
DESCRIPTION:InternGF offers up to $3\,500 to offset an intern’s salary. Employers can apply for up to two internships per year. Eligible applicants must be an early-to-mid-stage startup or a member organization of the EDC that can offer an internship not routinely found in the greater Grand Forks region. \nSpring Internships | Jan 1 – May 1 \n\nApplications Open: July 1 – October 31\nPriority Deadline: September 1
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/intern-gf-applications-for-spring-25/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240625
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20240412T154631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T154631Z
UID:7776-1719187200-1719273599@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:August PACE/FlexPACE Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:Participating in the Assisting Community Expansion (PACE) Program\, the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a no-interest\, deferred loan up to $269\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant up to $500\,000 to collectively reduce the interest paid on a loan used to acquire land or equipment on for working capital. \nDon’t fit the traditional definition of the PACE program? FlexPACE is a flexible program where the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a loan of up to $107\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant portion of up to $200\,000. \nTo apply for either program\, please contact EDC business development staff. Applications are reviewed and approved by the EDC Board of Directors at monthly meetings before progressing to the Grand Forks Growth Fund.
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/august-pace-flexpace-applications-due/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240802
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20231101T215324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T215324Z
UID:6997-1717200000-1722556799@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:Intern GF Applications for Fall '24 Open
DESCRIPTION:InternGF offers up to $3\,500 to offset an intern’s salary. Employers can apply for up to two internships per year. Eligible applicants must be an early-to-mid-stage startup or a member organization of the EDC that can offer an internship not routinely found in the greater Grand Forks region. \nFall Internships | August 1 – December 31 \n\nApplications Open: June 1 – August 1\nPriority Deadline: July 1
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/intern-gf-applications-for-fall-24/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240529
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20240412T152023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T154528Z
UID:7775-1716854400-1716940799@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:July PACE/FlexPACE Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:Participating in the Assisting Community Expansion (PACE) Program\, the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a no-interest\, deferred loan up to $269\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant up to $500\,000 to collectively reduce the interest paid on a loan used to acquire land or equipment on for working capital. \nDon’t fit the traditional definition of the PACE program? FlexPACE is a flexible program where the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a loan of up to $107\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant portion of up to $200\,000. \nTo apply for either program\, please contact EDC business development staff. Applications are reviewed and approved by the EDC Board of Directors at monthly meetings before progressing to the Grand Forks Growth Fund.
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/july-pace-flexpace-applications-due/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240423
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20240412T145229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T151209Z
UID:7769-1713744000-1713830399@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:June PACE/FlexPACE Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:Participating in the Assisting Community Expansion (PACE) Program\, the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a no-interest\, deferred loan up to $269\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant up to $500\,000 to collectively reduce the interest paid on a loan used to acquire land or equipment on for working capital. \nDon’t fit the traditional definition of the PACE program? FlexPACE is a flexible program where the Grand Forks Growth Fund may provide a loan of up to $107\,000 to leverage a Bank of North Dakota grant portion of up to $200\,000. \nTo apply for either program\, please contact EDC business development staff. Applications are reviewed and approved by the EDC Board of Directors at monthly meetings before progressing to the Grand Forks Growth Fund.
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/june-pace-flexpace-applications-due-april-22/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T093000
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20240116T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T155002Z
UID:7347-1706774400-1706779800@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:2024 InternGF Launch Party
DESCRIPTION:Join the UND Center for Innovation and Grand Forks Region EDC on February 1\, 2024\, from 8:00 – 9:30 AM for the 2024 Launch of InternGF! Enjoy breakfast\, learn about InternGF internship funding opportunities\, hear from past participants\, and celebrate successes! \nFor six years InternGF has worked to fund local internships that connect UND students with the Grand Forks ecosystem. \nInternGF is a unique partnership between the UND Center for Innovation and the Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation. It is designed to introduce UND students to high-wage\, in-demand careers and employers in the Grand Forks region. The goal of the program is to aid in local recruitment and retention efforts by showcasing regional companies\, career opportunities\, and community assets. \n  \nEvent Outline \n8:00 AM – Breakfast \n8:15 AM – Welcome and Program Overview \n8:25 AM – Panel of InternGF participants \n9:00 AM – Ending Session: How to Get Started with Internships \n9:20-9:30 AM – Social \n  \nRSVP by January 31\, 2024 \nLearn More About InternGF
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/2024-interngf-launch-party/
LOCATION:Center For Innovation\, Idea Lab\, 4200 James Ray Drive\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brenna Mathiason":MAILTO:brennam@grandforks.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240302
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20231101T214103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T214103Z
UID:6993-1704067200-1709337599@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:Intern GF Applications for Summer '24 Open
DESCRIPTION:InternGF offers up to $3\,500 to offset an intern’s salary. Employers can apply for up to two internships per year. Eligible applicants must be an early-to-mid-stage startup or a member organization of the EDC that can offer an internship not routinely found in the greater Grand Forks region. \nSummer Internships | May 1 – August 31 \n\nApplications Open: January 1 – March 1\nPriority Deadline: February 1
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/intern-gf-applications-for-summer-24-open/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20230801T163658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T220834Z
UID:6752-1692693000-1692698400@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:Lender Learning: Unleashing Economic Development Financing Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:? Tuesday\, August 22\, 2023 \n⏰ 8:30 – 9 am: Networking \n✅ 9 – 10 am: Overview of local and state economic development financing programs \n☕️ Coffee & Pastries Available \n? The HIVE\, 375 2nd Ave N\, Grand Forks\, ND 58203 \n? RSVP by August 15\, 2023 \n  \nThe session will include time to network\, as well as a few presentations about new and established programs available\, including: \n\nEDA Revolving Loan Fund\nBank of North Dakota ADD\nAngel Match Program\nNorth Dakota Growth Fund\nFlex PACE (childcare\, quality of life\, rural investments)\nPACE (Primary Sector Businesses)\n\nRepresentatives from the following organizations will present about the programs: \n\nNorth Dakota Development Fund | Hannah Lange\nBank of North Dakota | Tyson Zeltinger\n50 South Capital (North Dakota Growth Fund) | TBD\nGrand Forks Region EDC | Kevin Hatcher
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/lender-learning-financing-opportunities/
LOCATION:The HIVE GF\, 375 2nd Ave N\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231101
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20230531T144529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T134630Z
UID:6581-1688169600-1698796799@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:InternGF Applications for Spring '24 Open
DESCRIPTION:InternGF offers up to $3\,500 to offset an intern’s salary. Employers can apply for up to two internships per year. \nSpring 2024 Internships | Jan 1 – May 1 \n\nApplications Open: July 1 – October 31\nPriority Deadline: September 1
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/interngf-applications-for-spring-24-open/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230802
DTSTAMP:20260423T050125
CREATED:20230531T144337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T134646Z
UID:6577-1685577600-1690934399@grandforks.org
SUMMARY:InternGF Applications for Fall '23 Open
DESCRIPTION:InternGF offers up to $3\,500 to offset an intern’s salary. Employers can apply for up to two internships per year. \nFall 2023 Internships | August 1 – December 1 \n\nApplications Open: June 1 – August 1\nPriority Deadline: July 1
URL:https://grandforks.org/event/interngf-apps-open/
LOCATION:Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Office\, 120 N 4th St\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding Programs
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