Our Executive Director, Alma Flores, reflects on major achievements and the path forward into 2026 As we close out 2025, we pause to reflect on

This giving season, LEDC is excited to launch a special gift for our supporters — a Limited-Edition LEDC Beanie featuring our vibrant community bird. Created

On December 11, LEDC is partnering with Think Small to host a special Spanish-language training for entrepreneurs interested in starting or expanding a child care

Eastside Saint Paul—Arcade and 7th Street BusinessesBuilding Resilience Together: Helping Your Business Thrive Through Street Improvements LEDC Small Business Relief Fund — Supporting Existing Businesses

LEDC recently hosted an informative webinar in Spanish about the Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave Law, which will take effect soon and impact both

Sushi Zen was born from a dream to create a better future. Its founder, Akalat, grew up in poverty, but those early challenges sparked a