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In recent years, because of protests and Americans’ renewed realization that racism persists in this country, there has been a renewed interest in supporting businesses run by African Americans. But capital alone won’t save our businesses. Ultimately, our folks need help getting what all successful business owners have: the mindset of an entrepreneur.
That’s why we help our members cultivate the mindset necessary to lead a successful business enterprise. We hold trainings that teach members business fundamentals. And we help folks understand their relationship with money, capital and credit. Learn how you can get educated on what it takes to grow a successful Black-owned business in the Central Valley.
Our Signature programs
Betting Big on Small Black Businesses
This program gives startups led by women and people of color the opportunity to gain direct access to community, education, mentorship and capital. Founders will be given space to work with like-minded individuals, advice from…
Circle of Excellence
Through the Circle of Excellence, a small, intimate cohort of experienced and aspiring women business owners are guided through the Entrepreneur’s Mindset course, enjoy enrichment sessions and work on strategies to grow their businesses. We’re looking for women…
dfree
dfree is a transformational, lifestyle movement that promotes financial freedom through values-based principles and practical approaches to financial management. The Rev. Dr. DeForest Soaries founded the program and designed it with the Black community in mind…
DRIVE
The Fresno DRIVE initiative is a 10-year plan, led by the Central Valley Community Foundation, that calls for $4.2 billion of local investment in the areas of economic development, human capital and neighborhood revitalization in the greater Fresno region. to develop an inclusive…
Latest webinar
Financial Wellness with Dr. Boyce Watkins
At this free event, we covered how more Black people can develop the money skills that will help us thrive in an unstable economy. Dr. Boyce Watkins talked to us about how to achieve generational wealth for you and your family, how to develop a strong financial mindset, how to budget your money as a business owner, how to get access to and manage personal and business credit, and a range of other wealth-building topics. We also introduced our members to the new Financial Wellness series we launched with The Real Money Coach.
Success Stories
She always knew she wanted to do something bigger with her hobbies. She just didn’t know how to make it happen at first. Here’s how this Black entrepreneur expanded her vision and built a thriving business in the process.
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Become a member today and help us create more pathways to prosperity for our community.
Join Us
Become a member today and help us create more pathways to prosperity for our community.