Find Small Business Development Nonprofits and Charities

  rymskanji wrote:

Great organization! Doing great job for the local community.Always ready to help people in need. more »

  Chillymama wrote:

It is an absolute truth that when you educate girls and women and provide them with the opportunity to better themselves through business, they will lift their family, even their entire village, out of poverty. Friendship Bridge follows through on their... more »

  kalismom wrote:

I love what FINCA does and how they do it! I feel so empowering when I think about how my modest donations can help a woman start a business, expand her enterprise and, in turn, help others. I also love that the FINCA approach is so simple and direct.... more »

  Jeffrey17 wrote:

I consider myself a volunteer for The Jonas Project, in the manner of amplifying and sharing their message on social media as best as I can. The Jonas Project helps veteran entrepreneurs connect with professional mentors to develop their goals and realize... more »

  dwoldu00 wrote:

CEDA is a remarkable nonprofit organization making a profound impact in a war-torn region of Ethiopia by providing microloans to families affected by the conflict. It’s especially inspiring to see the 50 women who are being empowered to transform their... more »

  colleendonnelly wrote:

During the summer/early fall of 2012, I volunteered in the communications and social media department of Trickle Up. Not only is the staff extremely dedicated to serving the ultrapoor, but they have also distinguished themselves thought leaders in the... more »

  phiesm wrote:

Often we’ve been given the VISION, but the path to the destination is covered by a dense fog. That fog is really a smoke screen that entails the tools, expertise, and direction needed to navigate your course and make course corrections along the way.... more »

  florachuks wrote:

I'm FlorenceDennis Aikoriogie Foundation is a big blessing to my life and to the life of my coursematesThanks for always supporting usDennis Aikoriogie Foundation is the best foundation more »

  ashkun-zaker wrote:

The results that Womens initiative delivers are often clearly seen in the form of successful businesses, more local jobs, and a better standard of living for the women; while income is increased the vast majority of the time, it's the confidence and empowerment... more »

  nonprofitadvisorsgroup wrote:

A cursory review of this organizations published fiinancials statements show that they are diverting operational expenses to program related expenses to show that more money is spent on programs expenese versus operational expenses. They have at least... more »

  jmonthsm wrote:

Here is my personal experience with supporting The Proud Foundation. This charity goes way beyond offering temporary relief for immediate needs. It chooses to put enormous energy, creativity and heart into the long-term well being of those they help.... more »

  MarilynRoss wrote:

I am an AARP Volunteer and have been volunteering with the agency for almost two years. I thoroughly enjoy working with the agency. We dress men and women for job interviews, have a mentoring program and provide transitional housing for homeless men... more »

  armyjeb09 wrote:

Women in Progress is the kind of nonprofit NGO that helps people (specifically women) by not giving them handouts but empowering them with their own skills to make a living for their families. Women in Progress gives the women it works with a market... more »

  nakiakelley wrote:

The Diversity Business Resource Center has been extremely helpful to my woman owned landscaping and construction company. DBRC has been an awesome resource when I needed assistance with running my business. Whenever I have ran into issues that they... more »

  makerman wrote:

A compelling mission delivered by a passionate team of professionals. The CEO is innovative and charismatic, and fosters an environment designed to help her staff learn and grow as they collectively help others do the same. more »

  Mattie Wheeler wrote:

Having volunteered with Opportunity Fund for a year, I can attest to the difference that it really makes in the lives of Bay Area residents. The Bay Area is one of the most expensive areas to live in the US, and Opportunity Fund is extremely helpful to... more »

  cgreenwood wrote:

I have given thousands of dollars to this organization because I believe in its mission to provide microfinance services to the working poor in the developing world. I also believe that giving loans to people to start or build a business is the best way... more »

  fatuskitchen wrote:

This organisation is doing great things changing people's lives, in Godly ways. Well disciplined and structured that rubs off the people they're mentoring. more »

  LeslyLing wrote:

I moved to San Antonio in the beginning of 2022 and wanted to restart my business. After searching for some time I stumbled upon Emerge and Rise. I went through their program and am happy to report we are opening up in January 2023 with the help of Emerge... more »

  Ajventura23 wrote:

All about the Bay is an amazing organization that helped me expand my business. The people here are supportive, kind, business oriented and very personable. I am so thankful for my community here ! more »

  ladiesautoknow wrote:

Mission Bridges is a great resource for people looking to start or grow their business or nonprofit. I was greatly beneficial to us. more »

  papa wrote:

Fort Worth Tech guided our start up company in how to transform educational principles and a rudimentary educational technology into a company providing web-based training for students attending training programs in the health professions. We will be... more »

  oaklanddigital wrote:

ODALC calls for leaders of Silicon Valley and beyond to participate and contribute technical experience. Together we will strengthen the social fabric of the City while rejuvenating the image and future of Oakland's workforce. more »

  mnmama wrote:

My favorite charity to donate to and follow on social media!! Love how much they help the children and show their happy smiling faces :) more »

  ali2 wrote:

the WBDC is as giving as any not for profit organization could be. their hearts and souls are in it to better the livelihoods of women in business. they opened doors for my business by certifying us as a WBE. more »

  misty62704 wrote:

Great group that has fostered the green economy! I love the national green pages that connect me with businesses around the country trying to sell truly green goods. I know when a company is listed in the National Green Pages that Green America has... more »

  Lori61 wrote:

Suncoast Community Capital assisted in the IRS tax filing prep after I learned my sweet 81-yr "young" Mom had been financially scammed by fake Publisher's Clearing House telemarketing reps...and later we learned Mom was officially diagnosed with Alzheimer's.... more »

  ivolunteer wrote:

ACCION is a very well organized institution. It upholds strict standards in lending and prospecting. It has has a great volunteeering program that has attracted many Chicago area young professionals. The friendly and professional staff, as well as the... more »

  bobman112002 wrote:

This so-called non-profit....is a scam, a joke....very dishonest should be shut down...N O W bad for the state of New Mexico...brings a bad name to all new mexicans THEY ARE CHEATS.....AND LIARS....STAY CLEAR!!!!!!!!!!!! more »

  BigTJ wrote:

Excellent organization! I'm honored to be a long time supporter. The work TTS, Inc. is doing in the community is just what is needed to help those seeking employment. more »

  cory3 wrote:

Great youth centered non-profit helping youth grades 7-12 in achieving their dreams. Lifeskills 411 engrains holositic character building concepts into youth through sequential courses and trainings. www.lifeskills411.org more »

  Paul E. wrote:

VRBIzTools extends the experience that SEED Business Network has developed over years of useful service. more »

  paulakiger wrote:

Healthy Steps for Children in CambodiaHealthy Steps for Children in CambodiaIn the last week alone I have spent $15 many times I over. I bought two birthday cards for relatives last night which cost almost $15 -- just pieces of decorated... more »

  vlewis3 wrote:

My name is Victoria Lewis and I am a small business owner in the state of Arizona that has been suffering greatly. At so the step, the the system and systemic racism horrifying non lending of small businesses that are double minorities. And I was just... more »

  auntiek wrote:

I attended one event after learning about WEDC and what they offer the community and local women striving for success. I enjoyed the event, the guest speaker, and knew the honorees - both hard-working businesswomen with integrity and staying-power. ... more »

  Director-Volunteer-Services wrote:

When the American Collectibles Museum started looking for a place to open its doors, we looked here. The environment here is modern, and the staff very friendly and helpful. The amount of rent was lower than we could have found elsewhere and includes... more »

  adanmorales wrote:

I'm a minority, queer owner of a small business that is doing well. We need funds for the next step of getting a lease, equipment, inventory and employees. I applied for a loan and the application UI system is amazing. But the process was terrible. I... more »

  cmkeefe wrote:

Renaissance has been a great help to me in my personal life as well as my development as an entrepreneur. They have helped me to better understand the process of business plan development and the importance of business incubation. The staff is extremely... more »

  Perla N. wrote:

This review is for Worth A Dam, Martinez Beavers. Our family was given a highly educational tour of the creek area in downtown Martinez where a family of beavers live. We saw the Willow replanting and learned about flow device used to manage the beavers'... more »

  HarleyQuinn0926 wrote:

They don't truly help people they over talk you on the phone and are very argumentative and are very uncaring. They don't let you explain anything and I wouldn't recommend my worst enemy to them anymore. I had to hang up on them because they wouldn't... more »

  Sherita Green wrote:

The Women's Small Business Exchange was very helpful to me recently in 2011. I wanted to start a party planning business but didn't know where to begin. Someone stated they could help me and was going to charge me $250.00 to help me get started. One... more »

  ercnp2012 wrote:

The Pacoima AND Sherman Oaks Economic Development Center advisers are the most UNHELPFUL women ever. The place was empty (I wonder why). The Lazy City Workers/staff members made it so obvious that they were trying to get rid of us (especially at Pacoima).... more »

  Jonny Imerman CLOZTALK ImermanAngels wrote:

GREAT mission, GREAT team! the CLOZTALK team is honored to call this org a partner & promote its good work! CLOZTALK team >> Jonny Imerman, co-founder more »

  littleduck wrote:

January 21, 2015: I contacted New England Legal Foundation about a legal dispute I have. Attorney John Pagliaro took the call. He was RUDE to me. He yelled at me, then slammed phone in my face. He gets off on yelling at woman. He would not allow me to... more »

  25 wrote:

The Center for Rural Affairs performs for rural America in on-the-ground entrepreneurial support and training, and in driving policy reform and legislation to support farm families. The Center is the source of specific state laws that provide model support... more »

  BChalker wrote:

I've been blessed to be both a borrower from Working Solutions and also a volunteer in their micro-mentor program. When I opened a gift boutique in San Francisco in 2010, Working Solutions provided me with my start-up loan- but their support didn't just... more »

  NPconsultant wrote:

I get to see a lot of nonprofits in my work. Camelback Ventures is one of the few I have chosen to actively work with, and I have not been disappointed in that choice. The organization lives and breathes its values both internally and externally. They... more »

  sebastienplatini wrote:

Haitian National Congress, since the the passing of the devastating earthquake of 2010 has been working vehemently to change the landscape of Haiti. HNC, has been doing a lot of mini fundraising just to make sure no fund is raising from any particular... more »

Accion provides tools to help small businesses operate, grow or start their businesses. We increase access to business credit,... more »

Closing the Gap! The Mission of the Multicultural Business Alliance is to promote business and economic equity amongst marginalized... more »

Revolving loan funds established to strengthen the economic base of a 22 county area by making loans to qualified entities for... more »

The primary mission of mid-states minority supplier development council (mid-states msdc) is to promote and cultivate successful... more »

The SCORE Association (Service Corps of Retired Executives) is a nonprofit association comprised of 11,400 volunteer business... more »

Our mission is to stimulate job creation and sustainable economic development in the greater new york city area by providing pro-bono... more »

To promote both small business and personal growth, productiveness and well being through loans, peer counseling, education, information,... more »

To provide education and counseling to loudoun county's small businesses more »

AnewAmerica’s mandate is to enrich the cultural and economic transformation of America with the economic, social and cultural... more »

The elmseed enterprise fund is a microcredit organization that provides small loans, technical assistance, and a network of peer... more »

Economic development and job creation through the promotion of technology resources, small business incubation, and encouraging... more »

The enterprise center's mission is to cultivate and invest in minority entrepreneurs to inspire working together for economic... more »

To operate as fiscal entity more »

Building solid foundations for effective leadership more »

To generate jobs and stimulate economic opportunity for the people of western north carolina by helping small businesses start,... more »

The organization was formed to perform and carry out expressly charitable functions. The specific exempt purposes of the organization... more »

To strengthen the economy of florida through quality business development and training to hispanic entrepreneurs. more »

The werx is a collaborative shared work space and business center for start-ups and entrepreneurs that offers a unique atmosphere... more »

Job creation more »

Business incubator more »

To promote and provide for a fair and impartial environment in which minority businesses may operate. more »

Developing tomorrow's workforce today by building partnerships and providing leadership in employment, education and training. more »

The warehouse business accelerator provides new businesses services to assist in the successful startup of new or early stage... more »

To reduce poverty by mobilizing private sector investment capital to finance micro-businesses, small and medium sized enterprises,... more »

To create economic development by financing projects that retain and/or create quality jobs and contributes to community revitalization.... more »

Jedis mission is to increase the economic well-being of people and communities through business development and local wealth creation.... more »

The organization helps women of diverse backgrounds establish thriving businesses in urban communities. Wvf offers training, small... more »

The n. O. Startup fund is a seed capital fund established by greater new orleans businesses and financial leaders to accelerate... more »

The latin american economic development association, inc (laeda) is a non-profit economic development organization dedicated:... more »

To foster and expand mutually beneficial more »

Advancement of the home building industry. more »

Transforming the semoran corridor into a vibrant thriving community where all can safely live, work and play. more »

For Small Diverse Businesses: The CBA is dedicated to helping Camden’s business community thrive through advocating and facilitating... more »

Project Read provides academic and cultural enrichment acitivies to underserve, students of color and first-generation college... more »

Cvmsdc blends interests and resources more »

The organization was organized to promote business interaction in the lone tree, colorado area to benefit the community as a whole.... more »

To provide business assistance to louisiana based certified minority companies. more »

Family business network usa was established to educate owners and employees of family businesses, and thereby promote the success... more »

To provide technical support and a networking vehicle to members of the entertainment industry. Also to provide the entertainment... more »

More commonly referred to as WHIDC (pronounced "WIDIK"), this not for profit local development corporation was organized in 1978... more »

The SCORE Association (Service Corps of Retired Executives) is a nonprofit association comprised of 11,400 volunteer business... more »

To serve hispanic high school students pursuing the american dream through education, exposure to stem related fields and entrepreneurship.... more »

Digital Workforce Education Society's purpose is to provide the underserved with skills needed to function productively in today's... more »

RISEbusiness, founded in 1996, grew out of the need for high-quality information based on rigorous qualitative and quantitative... more »

To further economic development in the midwest. To promote and assist the growth and development of business concerns in the area.... more »

Assets lancaster changes lives and promotes economic development by providing business support services to aspiring entrepreneurs.... more »

Georgia city-county management association supports and encourages professional local government management to improve the quality... more »

The mission of fsmsdc is to link more »

The board of the fund for the city of new york created the national center for civic innovation in 1992 to facilitate the adaptation... more »

Adventist health policy association is organized to assist its members through education and advocacy to advance their common... more »

Giving micro loan for women in rwanda africa more »

Renaissance/Start Up is a microenterprise development organization in Silicon Valley that assists aspiring entrepreneurs of a... more »

Liftfund provides credit to more »

To provide awards more »

Next gen innovators purpose is to promote a stronger entrepreneurship culture at universities accross the us through collaborative... more »