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SUMMARY:GFDA Board & Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:See Agenda Below View Minutes:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/governance/board-minutes-agendas Great Falls College: Heritage Hall2100 16th Ave South; Great Falls\, MT 59405 -OR- Join Zoom Meeting:https://zoom.us/j/94014829623?pwd=aXJFRVlZOXJld2N1dU9uN1gxL1JpQT09Meeting ID: 940 1482 9623Passcode: 216683 — One tap mobile+16694449171\,\,94014829623#\,\,\,\,*216683# US+17193594580\,\,94014829623#\,\,\,\,*216683# US — Join by SIP• 94014829623@zoomcrc.com<94014829623@zoomcrc.com> Join instructionshttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/94014829623/invitations?signature=SkZuQ2wbamuJ9oN7fQhHdCrbZxliwEtVBOz–pzBkJc GFDA Board & Council Agenda 9-3-26Download
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/gfda-board-council-meeting-25/
CATEGORIES:GFDA Meetings,Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260903T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260903T113000
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SUMMARY:Montana Indian Equity Fund - Small Business Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Small Business Webinar- Montana Indian Equity FundDate: 9/3/2026Time: 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM (MDT)Registration Deadline: 9/3/2026 9:00 AM (MDT)Fee: No Fee \nJoin us for the fall kick off to our 30-minute small business webinar series.  The September webinar is focused on the Montana Indian Equity Fund Small Business Grant and how Native American entrepreneurs can use the program to start or expand a business in Montana. \nParticipants will learn about the grant application process\, eligibility requirements\, eligible uses of funds\, and what they should have prepared before applying. The webinar will also cover how grant funds can support activities such as purchasing equipment\, developing new products or services\, and other business startup or expansion needs. \nTo register or learn more\, visit:  https://mtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/6294
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/small-business-weinbar/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260903T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260903T183000
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UID:12639-1788453000-1788460200@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:GFDA Investor Fall Kick-off event
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for investing in GFDA\, let’s celebrate what we’ve built together! \n \nGFDA made its first loan 30 years ago! \n \nWhat started with one loan has grown into three decades of investing in businesses\, projects\, and opportunities throughout our region. \n \nYour support helped make it happen and we want to celebrate with you. \n \nJoin us on Thursday\, September 3rd\, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at TownePlace Suites for an evening on the riverside patio as we celebrate 30 years and the people behind it.
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/gfda-investor-event/
LOCATION:TownePlace Suites – Great Falls\, 525 3rd Street NW\, Great Falls\, MTq\, 59404
CATEGORIES:Other Event,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260907T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260907T235959
DTSTAMP:20260907T234956Z
CREATED:20260728T160633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T234956Z
UID:13513-1788739200-1788825599@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Holiday: GFDA OFFICE CLOSED
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URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/holiday-gfda-office-closed-5/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260909T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260909T183000
DTSTAMP:20260909T233440Z
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SUMMARY:Montana Rural Impact Forum
DESCRIPTION:Federal programs\, partnerships\, and pathways for thriving rural communities.  September 9th and 10th\, 2026September 9th = University of Providence\, University Center1301 20th Street SouthGreat Falls\, Montana  September 10th: Three Local Project Tour Locations  GFDA and the US Department of Agriculture are teaming up to host the 2026 Montana Rural Impact Forum\, September 9th and 10th in Great Falls. We’re excited to welcome partners from across Montana and the Mountain West to showcase the federal\, state\, and local tools powering vibrant rural communities.  If you have a project\, an idea\, or are looking for resources to move your community forward\, don’t miss this opportunity to connect directly with federal and state agency leaders and learn about funding and tools available for projects. Sessions will cover Opportunity Zones 2.0\, more than $1 billion in potential rural healthcare funding\, meat processing\, and other development opportunities\, plus project tours and one on one time with agency representatives.  There is no cost to attend\, but space is limited.Please REGISTER HERE: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/uthdnvd/lp/98d02ccb-c9ac-4f1e-b945-674180a788a0  For more information\, contact:Tash Wisemiller at Tash.Wisemiller@usda.govJolene Schalper at JSchalper@GrowGreatFalls.org or 1-406-750-4481  View the Agenda and Event Booklet:https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/USDARD/2026/08/04/file_attachments/3736171/FINAL%20MT%20Rural%20Impact%20Forum%202026%20Attendee%20Booklet%20Condensed.pdf  September 9th: 8:30 AM -6:30 PMPresentations\, Q&A\, resource fair\, success stories\, networking lunch and reception\, and tour of The Station District & Lofts.  September 10th: 8:45 AM -11:45 AMLocal project tours focused on housing\, downtown redevelopment\, and meat processing.  Presented by USDA Rural Development (https://www.usda.gov) and Great Falls Development Alliance.Sponsored by the LOR Foundation.    <iframe						title=”Embedded content from Google Maps Platform.”						src=”https://maps.google.com/maps?q=university of providence&t=&z=12&ie=UTF8&output=embed”						style=”border:0;width:100%;max-width:none;max-height:none;height:100%;”						aria-hidden=”false”						tabIndex=”0″						allowfullscreen						loading=”lazy”						frameBorder=”0″					>
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/federal-forum/
LOCATION:University of Providence (1301 20th St S\, Great Falls\, MT  59405)\, 1301 20th Street S\, Great Falls\, MT\, 59405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260910T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260910T114500
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SUMMARY:Montana Rural Impact Forum
DESCRIPTION:Federal programs\, partnerships\, and pathways for thriving rural communities. \nSeptember 9th & 10th\, 2026September 9th = University of Providence\, Great Falls \nSeptember 10th = Three Project Tour LocationsTour 1:  Self Help Housing ProgramTour 2: Permanent Supportive HousingTour 3: Downtown Butcher Shop & Meat Processing Facility \nGFDA and the US Department of Agriculture are teaming up to host the 2026 Montana Rural Impact Forum\, September 9th and 10th in Great Falls. We’re excited to welcome partners from across Montana and the Mountain West to showcase the federal\, state\, and local tools powering vibrant rural communities. \nIf you have a project\, an idea\, or are looking for resources to move your community forward\, don’t miss this opportunity to connect directly with federal and state agency leaders and learn about funding and tools available for projects. Sessions will cover Opportunity Zones 2.0\, more than $1 billion in potential rural healthcare funding\, meat processing\, and other development opportunities\, plus project tours and one on one time with agency representatives. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but space is limited.Please REGISTER HERE:  https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/uthdnvd/lp/98d02ccb-c9ac-4f1e-b945-674180a788a0 \nFor more information\, contact:Tash Wisemiller at Tash.Wisemiller@usda.govJolene Schalper at JSchalper@GrowGreatFalls or 1-406-750-4481 \nView the Agenda and Event Booklet:https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/USDARD/2026/08/04/file_attachments/3736171/FINAL%20MT%20Rural%20Impact%20Forum%202026%20Attendee%20Booklet%20Condensed.pdf \nSeptember 9th: 8:30 AM -6:30 PMPresentations\, Q&A\, resource fair\, success stories\, networking lunch and reception\, and tour of The Station District & Lofts \nSeptember 10th: 8:45 AM -11:45 AMLocal project tours focused on housing\, downtown redevelopment\, and meat processing. \nPresented by USDA Rural Development (https://www.usda.gov) and Great Falls Development Alliance.Sponsored by the LOR Foundation.
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/montana-rural-impact-forum/
LOCATION:University of Providence (1301 20th St S\, Great Falls\, MT  59405)\, 1301 20th Street S\, Great Falls\, MT\, 59405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260916T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260916T130000
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UID:12642-1789558200-1789563600@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:What happens after SAM? - Unlock New Business Opportunities!
DESCRIPTION:Register Here: https://mtapex.ecenterdirect.com/events/41678   Date: 9/16/2026Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (MDT)Registration Deadline: 9/16/2026 10:30 AM (MDT)Fee: No Fee   Please join the Montana APEX Accelerator for a strategic VIRTUAL training on how YOU can sell your company’s products/services to federal and state agencies.   Topics include:   – Federal and State of MT purchasing thresholds– Conducting market research– Federal purchasing vehicles (methods)– Where to find opportunities and how to get automatic notices– Marketing your business to government agencies– Tips on finding subcontracting opportunities– Q & A session   Who should attend? Any business in any industry that is interested in developing a focused market strategy for the government segment. It is not a requirement to already be registered in SAM or eMACS to attend the training. However\, we will not be going over the registration process in this training. 2026 Sept-Flyer for What Happens After SAMDownload
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/what-happens-after-sam-unlock-new-business-opportunities-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Other Event,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260917T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260917T093000
DTSTAMP:20260917T143310Z
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UID:13347-1789633800-1789637400@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Getting Ready for the Bank: Boost Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Level up your business skills and stay ahead of the curve with Boost Your Business\, a FREE in-person training series designed for entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and professionals across all industries. Each month\, we dive into a new topic—marketing\, leadership\, finance\, operations\, technology\, and more—to give you practical tools you can use right away. \n \n \nSeptember Boost your Business Workshop:Getting Ready for the BankREGISTER HERE:  https://mtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/6187 \n \n \nYou have a business idea and need to get a loan to get started-where do you go and what do you need to have ready? Join us for this interactive training and conversation around what you need to be “bank ready”.  \n \nBrought to you by Great Falls Development Alliance and the Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce \n \n \nView all 2026 Boost Your Business Workshops: https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/events-calendar/boost-your-business
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/boost-your-business-getting-ready-for-the-bank/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260925T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260925T093000
DTSTAMP:20260925T144813Z
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UID:12644-1790323200-1790328600@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:GFDA Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:See Agenda Below \nView Minutes:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/governance/executive-committee-minutes-agendas \nAE2S Conference Room:West Bank Landing\, Portage Building405 3rd St NW\, Suite 205Great Falls\, MT 59404 \n-OR- \nJoin ZOOM Meeting:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/97551413941?pwd=V2ZLeHUyRUx6TU5aNExHVSs5RWx3Zz09 \nMeeting ID: 975 5141 3941Passcode: 986063 \n— \nOne tap mobile \n+17207072699\,\,97551413941#\,\,\,\,*986063# US (Denver)+12532050468\,\,97551413941#\,\,\,\,*986063# US \n— \nJoin by SIP• 97551413941@zoomcrc.com \nJoin instructionshttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/97551413941/invitations?signature=LybMOZdos6x7WdIAvSpfO7iuMdsVG3_blnOCJGklS4c
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/gfda-executive-committee-meeting-30/
CATEGORIES:GFDA Meetings,Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260928T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260928T183000
DTSTAMP:20260929T001812Z
CREATED:20260910T201829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T001812Z
UID:15210-1790614800-1790620200@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Data Center Task Force Meeting #6
DESCRIPTION:Attendance is in person.Details:Monday\, September 28th\, 20265:00 PM – 6:30 PMGreat Falls College MSU – Heritage Hall2100 16th Ave S.Great Falls\, MT 59405Agenda * Introduction and Overview by Jolene Schalper* Next StepsPlease RSVP Here:https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/8emcpmuDownload Minutes from Past Meetings Here:Meeting #5: https://files.constantcontact.com/3e765937001/3da998ab-0e16-4e51-8441-cd965586a491.pdfMeeting #4: https://files.constantcontact.com/3e765937001/cc35ac48-9aeb-4b8e-815c-126a379701f5.pdfMeeting #3: https://files.constantcontact.com/3e765937001/b880a7b0-0275-44ab-ace0-f4e9bc2ba20d.pdfMeeting #2: https://files.constantcontact.com/3e765937001/81492edf-ee0e-4a8e-b539-0ee0a224cb13.pdfMeeting #1: https://files.constantcontact.com/3e765937001/93bfeb8a-cb68-4d8c-9726-a89de595bf48.pdf
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/data-center-task-force-meeting-6/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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