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SpanishSince inception of the business assistance program, MCEDD has made over 230 loans to businesses totaling over $14 million. MCEDD loan client businesses have created or retained over 2,100 jobs. MCEDD funds have also leveraged just over $12 million in additional public funding and over $30 million of private capital. Learn more about the businesses we support and their contributions to the local economy:
Gorge Opportunity Zone Resources
On June 21, 2019, Mid-Columbia Economic Development District (MCEDD) hosted a regional convening on Opportunity Zones to spread awareness, share ...
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Housing for the “Missing Middle” Market
Longstanding and well-known builders of homes in the City of Hood River, Mike Kitts and Doug Beveridge, are continuing to ...
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Oregon Investment Board Allocates $80,000 for Expanded Pilot Loan Fund
A program designed to support the financing needs of businesses in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area is finding ...
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100% recycled paper paint palettes company opens in Goldendale
Toss Products LLC, a woman owned company, has developed Paint Plates™—100% recycled paper palettes designed to help artists, teachers, and ...
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Valentine’s Day Love of Pets: Dog River Pet Supplies Opens in Hood River
Dog River Pet Supplies, a local independent store, opened its doors on Valentine’s Day 2019, with the intention to bring ...
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Celebrate OnSite Supply House’s Grand Opening!
During the summer of 2018, Felipe (Flip) Mendez realized his dream of becoming a business owner in the industry he ...
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The Riv: Financing Helps Couple Return Home
After spending a few years in San Francisco, Noah Blakely found a pathway back to his hometown and business ownership ...
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Loan Fund Supports Private Practice in Hood River
After graduating from Pacific University with a PhD in clinical psychology, Dr. Lauren Justice set her eyes on beginning her ...
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Feast Market Expands with MCEDD Financing
In June of 2012 Jenessa VanDeHey and Shawn Simmons opened the doors to their business, Feast Market & Delicatessen, in ...
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Farmers Conservation Alliance Expands and Preserves
Farmers Conservation Alliance (FCA®) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization focused on water management solutions that benefit both agriculture and the ...
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