MLCDC provides individuals with opportunities to generate economic growth and develop a sustainable future in the Midlands.

Programs & Services

Women Go Forward

Women Go Forward fosters the empowerment of women who are seeking opportunities outside of the home

Micro-Lending Program

This program serves small businesses which need capital ranging from $1,000 to $25,000

Micro-Business Program

Micro-Business Program offers instruction, individualized training and technical assistance to small business owners

Childcare Development Program

This program teaches women to operate a successful child care business

Upcoming Events

MLCDC's Loan Committee meeting

September 27, 2018 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Peer Lending Group

October 1, 2018 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
This group will help you start-up a small business or improve and grow your existing business even if you do not have access to bank credit. At the monthly meetings,…

MLCDC's Loan Committee meeting

October 25, 2018 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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Midwest Insulation: Fighting to be better everyday

By Dafnis Delgado In 2016, Reyes Blanco and Juan de la Cruz began their dream of owning their own business – Midwest Insulation. “We started from zero, nothing,” Reyes says. “We didn’t have a dollar, no credit, but we decided to start something.” Although Juan and...

MLCDC News

Sol Construction gives homes second chances since 2005

Sol Construction, based out of the Onate home in Bellevue, Neb., develops properties from the ground up, remodeling projects and commercial work. Their homes and commercial creations can be found in Sioux City, Iowa, Tekamah, Blair, Herman, Lincoln and Omaha in Nebraska.

For more information, Sol Construction can be reached at 402-208-6405 or via email at imelda.onate@gmail.com.

MLCDC will be part of a Nonprofit Capacity Building Class of 2018

MLCDC was selected to participate in the 8th Cohort of the Omaha Community Foundation Nonprofit Capacity Building program. This 24-month curriculum was designed to strengthen organizational and leadership capacity needs. Ten nonprofits in the greater Omaha area are...

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