Business Support
The West Seventh Neighborhood is a vibrant community of restaurants, local businesses, community gathering spaces, theaters and artists. The Federation strives to leverage relationships with the public sector and area businesses and nonprofits, with community input to promote economic development in our community. Learn more about the West 7th Business Association.
We serve businesses and neighbors by assisting with liquor licenses, variances, extension of services, noise variances. To start an application contact the City, for neighborhood support contact us at 651.298.5599 or email.
Access financial and technical support from the City of Saint Paul
The City of Saint Paul offers a variety of financial and technical assistance resources to support small businesses throughout the year. Please see our current list of financial and technical resources. If you would like business resource support from our team, the first step is to submit an Intake Form. Get connected today to learn more about what programs can help you reach your business goals!
Schedule a free premise survey with SPPD Crime Prevention team
The Crime Prevention Unit of the Saint Paul Police Department offers free premise surveys for any indoor or outdoor space that’s be utilized by customers, staff, or other people. Utilizing Crime Prevention through Environmental Design, the team gives recommendations on safety measures that can be implemented in your space. If you’re interested in scheduling a survey, please contact Sagal Abdirahman or Patty Lammers.
Business loans and grants now available at YOBIZMO
YOBIZMO is an initiative of the Asian Economic Development Association (AEDA) dedicated to empowering Asian small business owners in Minnesota. Whether you're looking to start, grow, or stabilize your business, AEDA's program offers access to business loans and grants designed to support your unique needs. To get started, fill out the YOBIZMO intake form.
Ramsey County Open to Business
Ramsey County Open to Business - program provides direct technical assistance and other forms of support to small business owners and entrepreneurs at no cost. All current business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs intending to establish, purchase or improve a business within the county are eligible and encouraged to participate.
Ramsey County Inclusive Employer Toolkit
The toolkit aims to help employers provide a more welcoming and inclusive workplace for all by offering practices to build diversity, equity, and inclusion in the areas of employee recruitment, hiring, onboarding and retention.”
The Inclusive Employer Toolkit is now available online and can also be downloaded.
View the toolkit.
Become CERT Certified
The City of Saint Paul has an ongoing need for local vendors that can provide supplies for the response to COVID-19. Small, minority, and women-owned businesses are encouraged to register with the City as a CERT-certified business. The CERT programs works to increase local small business participation in local public contracting opportunities. Learn more at StPaul.gov or call 651-266-8966.
Early Giving is Open!
Your support fuels our work to make West 7th a connected, vibrant place to live, work, and play. From public safety to beautification and community events, every donation makes a difference in keeping our neighborhood strong. Please consider giving today to help sustain the Federation’s efforts in advocating and planning for our community's bright future. Thank you for being part of what makes West 7th great!