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- EIN 36-3834357
- (202) 650-5580
- 1310 L St Nw Ste 830 Washington DC 20005-4543 USA
- www.aeoworks.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Federated Giving Programs, Philanthropy
Mission: Association for enterprise opportunity (aeo) is the voice of innovation in microbusiness and microfinance in the united states. Aeo works to change the way that capital and services flow to underserved entrepreneurs so that they can create jobs and opportunities for all.
Programs: Tilt forward initiative - is a national initiative to develop and launch technology-led product, capital and marketing solutions for mission-focused lenders and business-service providers.
engagement and communications - the organization hosts an annual national conference to provide training, thought leadership and networking opportunities for its members, partners and stakeholders. The organization sends a weekly electronic newsletter to its network and host a variety of webinars and local and regional events throughout the year.
research and insights and policy advocacy - the organization's policy and advocacy efforts are focused on federal legislation that affects small businesses. The organization's research is provides timely information on the industry including analysis of the economic impact and needs of microbusinesses.
runway - aeo is a fiscal sponsor of runway project to accelerate the flow of pre-seed, friends and family capital into underserved communities by facilitating conversations between investors and small business owners of color.