CANDO

About CANDO

Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization, also called CANDO, is a nonprofit neighborhood organization serving the Central neighborhood of Minneapolis. The Central neighborhood sits between Lake Street, Chicago Avenue, 38th Street, and I-35W. CANDO works to support residents, strengthen community connections, and help preserve the cultural heritage of the neighborhood, including the area around 38th Street and Chicago Avenue.

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What CANDO Offers

CANDO offers neighborhood resources, community updates, local events, resident support, community education, youth environmental opportunities, eviction defense resources, facade improvement grants, and the Plant-Grow-Share program. Their work supports residents, small businesses, families, and community members through advocacy, education, organizing, and neighborhood-based programming.

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Why CANDO

CANDO is a helpful place for people who want to learn more about the Central neighborhood, connect with local resources, or understand the community work happening near George Floyd Square. Their organization helps support neighborhood voices, local investment, community care, and efforts that protect the culture and future of the area.