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The Dryer Doctors

The three owners of the Dryer Doctors holdling a UMVRDC RLF sign.

The Dryer Doctors are located in Montevideo, Minnesota, but because of the high quality grain handling sales and services they offer, their business grew quickly, spreading into multiple other states. Check out how the UMVRDC's RLF helped the Dryer

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Krave Wellness

Owner of Krave Wellness posing in her gym with teadmilles, bikes, and elipticals in the bakcground.

With the help of the UMVRDC's Revolving Loan Fund, Krystle Drietz was able to put her passion of helping others to work when she purchased a fitness center in Canby.

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GoFasters Powersports & Marine

Owner of Go Fasters posing in his store with snowmobile helmets in the background.

Start your next outdoor adventure at GoFasters Powersports & Marine! Read their story to see how the UMVRDC's Revolving Loan Fund helped the owner bring his business dreams to life.

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SEWearable Designs

SEWearable Designs has become a staple in the Appleton community. With help from the UMVRDC's Revolving Loan Fund, the store continues to provide creative designs and more to the area.

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After Five Supper Club

UMVRDC's Revolving Loan Fund helps After Five Supper Club owners follow their dreams and provide a gathering place for Madison and surrounding communities.

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DoMat’s Family Foods

DoMat's Family Food owners partnered with the UMVRDC's RLF Program to provide a quality grocery store to the community of Benson:  

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Hilltop | Bar, Grill & Event Center

Hilltop owner's partnered with the UMVRDC's RLF program to make their dreams possible:

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Al’s Mercantile

Al's Mercantile partnered with the UMVRDC's RLF program to launch the hardware store:

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