Opportunity Grows Here
Advance Thief River helps businesses start, expand, relocate, and succeed in Pennington County–and helps people build a life here.
How can we help?
Start or Grow a Business
Get confidential guidance with business planning, challenges, expansion opportunities, training, and connections to professional resources.
Find Business Financing
Explore local, regional, state, and federal financing programs for business startup, expansion, equipment, real estate, and working capital.
Find a Site or Building
Search available commercial and industrial properties in the Thief River Falls area, including buildings and build-ready lots in Gilbert Industrial Park.
Relocate or Expand Here
Discover the workforce, infrastructure, location advantages, incentives, and personalized assistance available in Pennington County.
Find Jobs and Workforce Resources
Search local career opportunities or connect with workforce partners that can help you recruit, train, and retain employees.
Live Here and Get Connected
Find the information you need on housing, child care, schools, community events, cost of living, and resources for new and prospective residents.
Learn, Connect and Grow Through Two Rivers Entrepreneur Kinnection (TREK)
Join entrepreneurs, business leaders, and community members for monthly conversations featuring the experiences and lessons of local business owners.
2024-2026 Advance Thief River Impact
2024-2025
112
Businesses Served
$244,850
External Funding Secured
239
Jobs Created / Retained
$25,000
Awarded to Child Care Providers
$2,734,000
Private Capital Invested
234
Child Care Spots Retained
Building a Stronger Community and Workforce
Join Us Thief River
Helping new and prospective residents feel welcome, build connections, participate in community events, and get answers through the Community Navigator program.
Thief River Job Hub
Connecting job seekers with local employers, career opportunities, employer profiles, and workforce resources in the Thief River Falls area.
Child Care Collaborative
Bringing providers, employers, families, and community partners together to retain and expand access to high-quality child care
Thrive in Thief River
Supporting the development of diverse, attainable housing options for older adults while strengthening housing opportunities throughout the community.
Blog Posts
Nonprofit Training Event September 10
Join other area nonprofit staff and board members for this free nonprofit training event hosted by the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits. This free Minnesota Council of Nonprofits nonprofit training event features practical board governance training, insights on the state of the nonprofit sector, networking, conversation and a meal. Nonprofit staff, board members and volunteers are welcome.
Advance Thief River to Receive National Impact Award
Advance Thief River and NWRDC have been selected to recieve a national impact award for their Thrive in Thief River project. The two organizations teamed with University of Minnesota Extension, Department of Community Development and EAPC Architects to develop Thrive...
From Public Service to Entrepreneurship
Join us for TREK on September 1 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in Thief River Falls, featuring local entrepreneur Brady Meunier. Hear how Brady transitioned from a 10-year career in law enforcement to co-owning Northstars Construction, Northstars Properties and Energy on Main. Learn about his journey into entrepreneurship, the realities of business ownership, and the importance of flexibility, family, hard work and community involvement. TREK is free and open to everyone.
“The tremendous work ethic, innovation and commitment of the people here in northwestern Minnesota is unsurpassed. Those values have always been a clear differentiator in driving Digi-Key’s growth and success within our industry.”
“Thief River Falls is a community steeped in tradition. It’s traditional here to welcome new residents, to greet passers-by on the street, to proudly display our “Prowler Pride”, and to fiercely support our local businesses. TRF is the place to live, grow, and thrive!”
Contact Advance Thief River
Contact Michelle Landsverk, Executive Director of Advance Thief River with specific questions or to set up a meeting to discuss your needs.
Advance Thief River
Mailing Address
PO Box 773
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Office
By Appointment Only
Spark Hub
(Inside Garden Valley Building)
1412 3rd Street West
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
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