Meeting Reminders and Earth Day Updates

Post Date April 8, 2016
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Hello awesome West Bank friends,

Just a reminder about some of the upcoming activities for you. Also, a heads up that our server was down for a few days last week – if you sent us a message but haven’t heard back yet or have been having trouble getting through, use our gmail: westbankba@gmail.com. That’s the best default email address to use.

We’ll be stopping by starting the week after next with the new area directories fresh off the press. 🙂 Looking forward to seeing you in person then, …

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2016 on the West Bank – invitation and information about events & opportunities

Post Date March 28, 2016
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Hello awesome West Bank friends,

Spring is here and we’ve got some great opportunities for you – some are coming up soon!

West Bank Art Crawl – Proposals due Thursday

The call for proposals for creative projects up and down Cedar Ave closes this Thursday March 31st.

Chosen projects will be installed the week of Earth Day and will be highlighted on an Arts Walk on April 23rd and throughout the summer.

2016 – Major Events

There are quite a few events coming through the West Bank this year. Come to our April meeting and …

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Can we talk? A Conversation with Funders about Funding

Can we talk? A Conversation with Funders about Funding
Post Date November 10, 2015
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It’s more than just writing a stellar proposal or competing with your peers. Grants are a relationship between funders and recipients.

Join us as we examine this relationship. This December, we’ll be having a conversation with funders and experts about the funding process. What are some of the most significant challenges foundations experience when working with applicants or grant recipients? What are the things organizations and artists should keep in mind as they approach the funding process? And, as we consider both sides of the conversation, …

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Call for Delegates – OnTheGreenLine.com Planning

Call for Delegates – OnTheGreenLine.com Planning
Post Date September 8, 2015
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The Green Line Marketing Collaborative is requesting partnership from local community delegates in our efforts to activate the OnTheGreenLine.com marketing resources. Our plan is to form a body of representatives from the participating neighborhoods and districts that will provide ongoing leadership and oversight for this resource moving forward. We have recently received funding from Central Corridor Funders Collaborative to enable us to move this process forward and are now in the process of recruiting district ambassadors.

Description For Green Line Ambassadors

Each District Ambassador will work to:

Invite …

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“Welcome to the West Bank” Hospitality Package for West Bank Guests

Post Date June 23, 2015
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We’re excited to announce a new opportunity for West Bank businesses!

As you might know from your own travels, a hotel concierge is an ambassador of the neighborhood. They know the “local favorites,” the best venues, and the best deals. We’re excited to announce that we’ll be partnering with Courtyard Minneapolis Downtown to craft a West Bank hospitality pack for the concierges to have on hand for hotel guests and visitors.

This hospitality pack will include an area directory as well as an insert with discounts, deals, …

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June Board Meeting

Post Date June 11, 2015
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June Agenda

Oren Gateway building

June 18, 2015 3pm

1. Call to Order (2 min)

2. Approve Minutes from May Meeting (2 min)

3. Council Member’s Report (10 min)

4. Treasurer’s report (5 min)

5. Executive Director’s report (5 min)

6. New member presentation (10-15 mins)

7.  Facade Grant Help (5-10 mins)

8. Old Business / New Business (10 min)

9. Board Member recruiting / ideas (5 min)

10. RENEW MEMBERSHIP! (Any board members that have not renewed?)

 

Close meeting (1 min)

Also noting: we will not have a board meeting in July

 

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Creating the perfect patio! Seminar this Thursday May 28, 2015

Creating the perfect patio! Seminar this Thursday May 28, 2015
Post Date May 26, 2015
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Winter is over and patio season has arrived! And with our beautiful new sidewalks along Cedar Avenue comes the opportunity for a little al fresco dining, giving us even more time outdoors. And not only can outside dining make for a more pleasurable experience for customers, it can also increase your sales! 

But a customer’s outdoor experience doesn’t have to be just about dining. There’s also the city’s new parklet program creating some beautiful green space along the street, and Minneapolis’ Clean City program ensuring a beautiful …

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Do you offer student or faculty discounts?

Post Date May 1, 2015
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Hello West Bank friends,

Every day, the demographics of our local neighborhood change pretty drastically. An influx of students and faculty head to the Universities to begin their day. At some point, often, they eat out. But how many head to the West Bank in lieu of options like Dinkytown and Stadium Village? How many come to the West Bank for their entertainment options?

Some… but not nearly enough.

The WBBA is working on increasing the traffic of students and faculty to West Bank businesses, and breaking down that invisible wall …

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Upcoming Meetings, Opportunities and Reminders for West Bank Nonprofits

Upcoming Meetings, Opportunities and Reminders for West Bank Nonprofits
Post Date April 30, 2015
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Hello West Bank Nonprofit friends!

 

Nonprofit Networking

Join us next Thursday May 9, 9:30 am at the Southern Theater for Nonprofit Networking. This is an informal monthly meeting, a chance to connect with other nonprofits working on the West Bank. Stop by to get some free coffee and treats and meet some of the other awesome community-minded organizations in our neighborhood!

Pro Bono Marketing Assistance

We’re still accepting applications for pro bono marketing assistance for nonprofits.

Need help drafting a marketing plan? Want help drafting a content strategy for your Social Media? Need some …

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News and Opportunities for West Bank Nonprofits

News and Opportunities for West Bank Nonprofits
Post Date March 30, 2015
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Hello West Bank Nonprofit friends!

Please see below for several opportunities and events – including several opportunities just for you!

Nonprofit Networking

Join us this Thursday April 2, 9:30 am at the Southern Theater for Nonprofit Networking. This is an informal monthly meeting, a chance to connect with other nonprofits working on the West Bank. Stop by to get some free coffee and treats and meet some of the other awesome community-minded organizations in our neighborhood!

Pro Bono Marketing Assistance

Need help drafting a marketing plan? Want help drafting a content strategy for your Social Media? Need some photography done for your organization? The WBBA is …

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