Free Labor Law & Bookkeeping Support for Small Businesses
No Cost Bookkeeping Services
Get hands-on guidance to protect and grow your business.
Through this free, limited-time program, small business owners can receive up to 14 hours of personalized support—including financial literacy, bookkeeping setup, and labor law compliance training.
- Free support with labor law assessment
- Bookkeeping
- Payroll Setup
- And more!
Our goal is to help you:
- Understand your rights and responsibilities as an employer.
- Build or update a simple bookkeeping system that works.
- Stay compliant with Minnesota labor laws and recordkeeping standards.
- Feel confident running your business with clarity and structure.
What’s Included
Each participating business receives:
- 8 hours of Financial Literacy & Bookkeeping Setup
- 6 hours of Labor Law Compliance Training
- Optional Software Support/Setup (as needed)
- Pre- and Post-Assessments to measure improvement
- Access to resources and templates to stay compliant long-term
- All services are delivered by JLLB Media, an NDC-approved contractor and Minnesota-certified marketing and consulting agency.
Benefits:
- Prevent labor law violations and costly penalties
- Get your books organized and ready for growth
- Learn how to manage payroll and recordkeeping
- Receive personalized support from certified professionals
- Gain peace of mind knowing your business is compliant
Ready to get started?
Who Qualifies
This opportunity is available for:
- Small businesses located in Minneapolis and the surrounding Twin Cities 7-county metro area
- Entrepreneurs with at least one (1) W2 employee (or planning to hire soon) or that have four (4) W9 contractors
- New business planning to hire soon and setup a payroll system
- Businesses seeking guidance in bookkeeping, payroll, or compliance
- If accepted, you’ll receive training and technical assistance—at no cost to you.
Limited spaces available — apply today!
Businesses will be selected on a rolling basis. Once approved, participants will be matched with a JLLB Media advisor to begin services.
Terms of Service
1. Work Sessions:
Agree to complete the work sessions within a span of four (4) weeks from the date of the intake call. Failure to complete the services within the specified timeframe may result in cancellation of services.
2. No-Show Policy:
In the event that you miss two (2) booked appointments, your services will be cancelled. To avoid cancellation, rescheduling or provide a written notification at least 2 hours in advance.
Program Disclaimer
This initiative is part of a pilot research project led by NDC in partnership with Rutgers University and the City of Minneapolis. Participation is voluntary, and businesses will complete brief assessments before and after services to measure outcomes. All information is kept confidential.
No Cost Bookkeeping Services
Frequently Asked Questions
How do small businesses apply for No Cost Bookkeeping Services in Minneapolis?
What is included in the labor law and bookkeeping pilot program?
Who qualifies for this free technical assistance program?
Where can I confirm JLLB Media's certification as a minority-owned business in Minnesota?
You can verify JLLB Media’s official diverse business certification on the Office for Supplier Diversity directory at the University of Minnesota.
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