African Career, Education and Resource, Inc. (ACER)

06/22/2026

Youth BIPOC Business Tour 2026 still accepting registrations!!

Calling all youth ages 8 and up! Join ACER and MUFEYA for a unique opportunity to explore local BIPOC-owned businesses and cultural corridors in Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center.

This exciting business tour will give young people a chance to:
- Visit and learn from local entrepreneurs
- Explore different business models and career pathways
- Connect with community leaders investing in economic prosperity
- Discover the power of entrepreneurship and community wealth-building

📅 June 27, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Start & End Location:
6072 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430

Whether you're interested in starting a business someday or simply want to learn more about the incredible businesses that help our community thrive, this tour is for you!

🎟️ Space is limited—register today using the QR code on the flyer. Deadline to register is Thursday!

06/02/2026

Join us TONIGHT for Let’s Talk Business Tuesday – Virtual Info Session!

Looking to grow your business, access funding opportunities, and connect with valuable community resources? Don’t miss this month’s session hosted by ACER!

✨ Learn about:
✔️ Small business lending opportunities
✔️ GroundBreak funding resources
✔️ Loan readiness & financing support
✔️ Community wellness & health equity resources
✔️ Programs designed to help entrepreneurs thrive

🗓 Tuesday, June 2, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM CST
💻 Virtual on Zoom
✅ No registration required — just show up!

Featuring guest speakers from MCCD and the City of Brooklyn Park sharing valuable tools and resources for business owners and community members.

05/29/2026

Ready to show up & grow?

Join ACER for our monthly Let’s Talk Business Tuesday virtual info session and connect with experts sharing real resources to help your business thrive.

This month’s topics include:
💼 Business lending & funding opportunities
🏦 Loan readiness support
❤️ Community wellness initiatives
🤝 Resources for entrepreneurs and families

📅 Tuesday, June 2, 2026
🕕 6:00–7:15 PM CST
💻 Zoom
✨ No registration needed

Come learn, connect, and grow with us!

05/10/2026

Join the Brooklyn Park Community Meeting – Help Shape Local Housing Policies

Be part of the conversation! We invite Brooklyn Park residents and community members to share your stories, experiences, and feedback on tenant protections and housing policies currently under consideration.

Your voice plays an important role in shaping decisions that impact our community’s future.

Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Location: City Hall, Council Chambers
5200 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN

Who Should Attend:
Youth, adults, tenants, homeowners, business owners, taxpayers, and anyone interested in housing and community development.

This is your opportunity to engage with important issues, be heard, and help influence local policy decisions.

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Reach out for more information:
[email protected] | 612-500-6086

Lets build our city laws, together!! We invite Brooklyn Park residents to share your stories, experiences, and feedback on tenant protections and local housing policies currently under consideration. Your voice matters in shaping the future of our community and informing decision-makers. Event Timin...

05/09/2026

HOA Issues Can’t Wait — Get the Answers You Need TODAY!

Struggling with an HOA problem and unsure what your rights are? Don’t face it alone. Join tonight’s HOA Workshop and learn the tools, resources, and protections every homeowner should know before situations escalate.

Tonight’s workshop will cover:
• Who regulates HOAs — and what they legally can and cannot do
• How to gather evidence and protect yourself
• Common myths that keep homeowners stuck and silent
• How to file a report with the ombudsman

📅 TODAY — May 9, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 6096 Shingle Creek Pkwy, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430

Led and facilitated by Becky Cole in partnership with ACER.

Don’t wait until your HOA issue gets worse.

Register today using the QR code on the flyer or call:
📞 612-567-3631

You can also register using this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLm82Or96Myn_aOxdLCxkhN2GgY5UFE80OSUsbydflfqQecQ/viewform

We look forward to seeing you today!

05/08/2026

Last week, the Minnesota State Senate passed a $100M Small Business Relief Fund in a bipartisan vote. However, there is work to do to get the bill through the House before the end of the session.

Show up to support small businesses and help us pack the Capitol!

With only a week before the legislative session ends, we need you to show up at the Minnesota State Capitol.

Join the small business coalition on May 11th to advocate to lawmakers and ask them to help small businesses recover and rebuild by passing $100 million in small business assistance.

What: Hold Signs, Pass Out Handouts & Talk to Lawmakers

Where: Minnesota State Capitol, Second Floor (look for the signs!)

When: 1:00pm-4:00pm

Why: We need to convince Minnesota lawmakers to support small businesses in their districts and all across Minnesota.

RSVP today and show up to support those who form the critical gears to Minnesota's economic engine!

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Show up to support small businesses and help us pack the Capitol!

04/22/2026

Yesterday, ACER welcomed MN DEED, community partners, and Northwest Suburb businesses to our office for a Workforce & Capital Access Roundtable. It was a morning grounded in honest conversation, where business owners connected directly with the DEED Commissioner, Assistant Commissioner, Diterctor of Public Engagement and partners to share challenges and co-create solutions.

The gathering created space to push forward real opportunities for economic growth and expand access to capital for the many vibrant businesses across the Northwest Suburbs.

Most importantly, this wasn’t a one-time conversation. It marked the start of ongoing collaboration, working together across sectors to build a stronger, more responsive ecosystem that meets both business and regional economic needs.

Stay tuned for more opportunities to be part of these conversations and help shape our shared growth.

04/17/2026

ACER and the Council for Minnesotans of African Heritage is inviting the community to African Heritage Day on the Hill.

ACER, in partnership with the Council for Minnesotans of African Heritage, invites you to join us for African Heritage Day on the Hill. This is a meaningful opportunity to connect with community members, strengthen our collective voice, and advocate for the issues that matter most to us.

Make your voice heard by engaging directly with legislators and sharing your perspectives on key priorities.

Date: Friday, April 24, 2025

ACER will provide transportation from our office to the Capitol—come be part of a day focused on community building and civic engagement.

Schedule:

12:00 PM: Meet at the ACER office for transportation to the Capitol
1:00 PM: Day on the Hill Program at the Minnesota State Capitol Rotunda

We hope you can join us! Please complete the RSVP to secure your spot.

Transportation Request Deadline: If you need a ride, please indicate this in your RSVP by Tuesday, April 21.

04/15/2026

Long COVID doesn’t just affect your body,it can take a toll on your mental health too. 💚

If you or someone you love is experiencing fatigue, sleep issues, shortness of breath, or ongoing pain, you’re not alone and support is available.

Free services may help with:
✔️ Mobility equipment
✔️ Expert support
✔️ Job accommodations

Take the first step toward feeling better. Reach out, learn more, and don’t hesitate to ask for help.

📞 763-760-3401
🌐 vvahcacerinc.org

04/02/2026

Just ONE WEEK to go!

Join us for the Community Housing Forum on April 9th from 6–8 PM, virtually on Zoom!

If you're facing housing challenges or want to be part of real solutions this conversation is for you.

We’ll be covering:
• Evictions
• Lease non-renewals
• City & state laws
• HOA concerns

You’re not alone—let’s work together to make a difference.

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4sSuzIG