Investing in the People & Places of Northeast Montana

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Northeast Montana is full of people with the drive to build something — a business, a community, a future. Great Northern Development Corporation exists to make sure they have what they need to do it. Since 1994, we've been the resource hub for entrepreneurs, business owners, and communities across a 15-county region — offering free consulting, access to capital, and the kind of hands-on support that actually moves things forward.

Big Ideas. Rural Roots. Real Results.

Small Business Development
Free one-on-one business consulting and training for anyone starting or growing a business. From business planning and marketing to regulatory guidance and accessing capital — we're in your corner.

Financing Assistance
Whether you're launching something new or expanding what you've already built, we offer loan programs and gap financing to help Northeast Montana businesses get the funding they need.

Food & Agriculture Development
Supporting Montana entrepreneurs who produce, process, and commercialize food, agricultural, and renewable energy products — keeping more dollars circulating right here at home.

Community Development
From brownfields cleanup and cooperative development to housing resources and community planning — we partner with people and organizations to build stronger, healthier communities.

WHAT WE DO

30+ Years serving Northeast Montana |  15 Counties across the region |  $1.38M+ awarded for regional tourism growth | $550K in small business lending support

Whether you’re building something new, growing something established, or trying to solve a problem your whole community is feeling — GNDC is in your corner.

Who  We  Serve

One-on-one guidance, business planning, and access to state-funded grants — specifically designed for Native entrepreneurs.

Native-Owned Businesses

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From value-added products to food safety certifications, we help Montana’s agricultural businesses grow and reach new markets.

Ag Producers & Food Businesses

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You have the idea. We’ll help you build the plan, access the financing, and take the leap with confidence.

Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners

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SBDC Services →NABA Services →Food & Ag Services →
Got a vacant or contaminated property holding your community back? We can help assess, fund cleanup, and unlock its potential.

 Property & Community Developers

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Local Governments & Nonprofits

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Business Owners Needing Financing

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When the bank says no, we look for another way. Flexible gap financing and loan programs built for rural businesses.
From grant writing to project management and technical assistance, we help small towns tackle big challenges.
Brownfields →Community Development →Financing Options →

Our advisors stay engaged. Whether you're launching, expanding, or hitting a wall — GNDC is a long-term resource, not a one-time stop.

Real Momentum

 From federal loan programs to state grants to local lending partners, we connect you to capital and expertise that would take years to find on your own.

Access to Resources

Business plans, financial projections, feasibility analysis. You leave with documents you can take to a bank, a partner, or a board — not talking points.

Clarity & Confidence

GNDC works alongside entrepreneurs, ag producers, Native-owned businesses, and community organizations across northeast Montana — providing the financing, planning support, and technical guidance that turns good ideas into working ones.

From “I Don’t Know Where to Start” — to a Clear Path Forward.


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Testimonials

 FINANCING / BUSINESS LAUNCH

“GNDC and specifically the SBDC allows me to continue to grow and network with other businesses in our area. It helps to share my business and what I have to offer.”

 SBDC BUSINESS PLANNING

“Quincy took over and made me feel like this dream was actually possible. Thanks to Quincy and the support of GNDC, I can confidently say that hard work truly does pay off and dreams really do come true.”

GAP FINANCING / BUSINESS PURCHASE

“We have not been disappointed with any advice that has been offered to us from GNDC.”

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Whether you’re starting a business, growing one, seeking financing, or trying to move a community project forward — the first step is simple. Let’s talk.

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