West Broadway Business and Area Coalition

A STONGER WEST BROADWAY, A STRONGER NORTHSIDE.

The West Broadway Business and Area Coalition’s work is to drive economic enrichment and growth along the West Broadway Corridor. By investing in local businesses, advocating for entrepreneurs, and creating opportunities for economic success, we ensure that West Broadway remains a thriving hub for commerce, culture, and community.

Because we believe that a strong West Broadway Corridor is the foundation for a prosperous Northside—one where businesses grow, families thrive, and future generations have access to greater opportunities.

The West Broadway Business & Area Coalition Gala is more than a celebration. It is a call to action to invest in the businesses and entrepreneurs shaping the future of North Minneapolis. Every dollar raised through this event strengthens our ability to provide funding, resources, and support to those who are building economic success in our community.

How Your Contribution Makes an Impact

Your donation supports:

• The Broadway Beautiful Grant Program, which funds storefront improvements, signage, and beautification projects that enhance the West Broadway Corridor
• Local entrepreneurs and creatives, providing access to grants, mentorship, and essential business resources
• Community development, strengthening businesses that invest in North Minneapolis, hire locally, and contribute to long-term economic stability

Every investment fuels sustainable growth and ensures that businesses along West Broadway have the tools they need to succeed.

About Us

The West Broadway Business and Area Coalition (WBC) supports local business owners and businesses in several ways. We serve as a resource to connect technical assistance providers, offer financial resources through a partnership with the City of Minneapolis, advocate for businesses along the West Broadway Corridor, and connect business owners to develop more robust networks in North Minneapolis.

Our Mission

The West Broadway Business and Area Coalition (WBC) aims to transform North Minneapolis into a vibrant, thriving community by supporting local businesses, fostering economic growth, and building connections within the community.

History

The West Broadway Business & Area Coalition was formed in the spring of 2007, as a result of the joining of the West Broadway Business Association and the West Broadway Area Coalition. 

The West Broadway Business Association (WBBA) was established in 1942 and served as a non-profit organization drawing membership from local businesses along the West Broadway Corridor. Its primary focus was to serve as a “chamber of commerce,” to support local business growth. 

The West Broadway Area Coalition (WBAC) served with the mission to add life and vitality to the West Broadway corridor. The WBAC’s primary focus was connecting with the residents of North Minneapolis in order to grow jobs, assist new and existing businesses, and improve safety and the physical environment of the West Broadway Corridor. After years of working together on a wide variety of community issues, the two organizations consolidated their efforts under one organization forming the West Broadway Business & Area Coalition (WBC).