named programs · 4 · from sources
what they call their work
SEE ME Business Growth Series
A series of workshops designed to empower underrepresented small business owners to expand into corporate and government sectors, including a pitch event for up to $10,000.
SEE ME Program
An executive program and 6-week business accelerator designed to assist Arizona-based Black-owned businesses with mentoring, financial education, business development, and capital investment.
SEE ME Teens
An executive leadership program for young Black entrepreneur-minded students (ages 13-17) focusing on brand building, entrepreneurial mindset, leadership principles, and financial literacy.
The We Are Project
A project aimed at assisting minority women-owned businesses nationwide with scholarship opportunities and access to capital, partly funded through sales of "The We Are Project Box."
activities · 5 groups
what they do
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Entrepreneurship Accelerator & Training Programs 5 activities
- 12-Month Cohort Program for Black-Owned Businesses in ArizonaSelects 20 Black-owned nonprofit and for-profit businesses annually to participate in a 12-month program that includes a 6-week virtual accelerator, monthly virtual mastermind sessions, four hybrid networking and educational events per year, mentoring, financial education, business development support, and $16,500 in capital investment per selected business to promote growth and economic equity.
- 12-Month Cohort Program for Black-Owned Businesses in ArizonaRuns a 12-month cohort program that selects 20 Black-owned nonprofit and for-profit businesses annually in Arizona, providing them with mentoring, financial education, business development support, $16,500 in capital investment, a 6-week virtual accelerator, monthly virtual mastermind sessions, and four hybrid networking and educational events per year to support growth and stability.
- Black-Owned Business Accelerator & Cohort ProgramRuns a 12-month cohort program for 20 Black-owned businesses in Arizona annually, including a 6-week virtual accelerator, monthly mastermind sessions, four hybrid networking events, mentoring, financial education, business development support, and $16,500 capital investment per selected business to promote growth and economic equity.
- Business Accelerator Program for Black-Owned BusinessesOperates a 12-month cohort-based business accelerator program for 20 selected Black-owned businesses in Arizona, providing mentoring, financial education, business development, and capital investment of $16,500 per business to improve economic equity and close the wealth gap. The program includes a 6-week virtual accelerator, monthly virtual mastermind sessions, and four annual hybrid educational and networking events.
- Business Accelerator and Mentorship Program for Black-Owned Businesses in ArizonaRuns a 12-month cohort-based accelerator program for 20 Black-owned businesses annually in Arizona, including a 6-week virtual accelerator, monthly mastermind sessions, four hybrid networking and educational events, mentoring, financial education, business development support, and $16,500 in capital investment per selected business.
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Women and Minority Business Certification 5 activities
- Business Support and Resource Provision for Minority and Women-Owned BusinessesProvides financial literacy training, business planning resources, and scholarship opportunities to strengthen and scale minority and women-owned businesses nationwide through initiatives like The We Are Project, and sells 1,000 "We Are Project Boxes" annually to generate financial support for women-owned businesses.
- National Support for Minority Women-Owned BusinessesSupports at least 50 minority women-owned businesses nationwide through scholarship opportunities and sells 1,000 "We Are Project Boxes" annually to provide financial support for women-owned businesses as part of The We Are Project.
- Support for Minority Women-Owned Businesses via The We Are ProjectProvides scholarship opportunities and financial support to at least 50 minority women-owned businesses nationwide through The We Are Project, supplemented by annual sales of 1,000 "We Are Project Boxes" to fund women-owned businesses.
- Support for Women-Owned Businesses via The We Are ProjectSupports at least 50 minority women-owned businesses nationwide through scholarship opportunities and sells 1,000 "We Are Project Boxes" annually to provide financial support for women entrepreneurs.
- The We Are Project for Minority Women-Owned BusinessesAssists at least 50 minority women-owned businesses nationwide with scholarship opportunities to strengthen and scale their businesses. Financial support is also provided through the annual sale of 1,000 "We Are Project Boxes."
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School-Based Youth Workshops and Curriculum Programs 5 activities
- SEE ME Teens Executive Leadership ProgramOperates an executive leadership program for young Black students interested in entrepreneurship, instilling core business and leadership principles through an accelerator curriculum covering brand building, emotional intelligence, leadership vision, continuous improvement, entrepreneurial mindset, and financial literacy. The program includes in-person and virtual workshops on idea development, resource management, and asset creation.
- SEE ME Teens Executive Leadership ProgramA youth leadership program for Black students focused on entrepreneurship, teaching brand building, executive presence, business concept development, and core entrepreneurial skills such as problem-solving, financial literacy, and team building through a structured accelerator curriculum.
- Youth Entrepreneurship and Leadership Development (SEE ME Teens)Runs the "SEE ME Teens" executive leadership program for young Black students, teaching entrepreneurial skills such as brand building, leadership, communication, financial literacy, problem-solving, and adaptability through a structured accelerator curriculum and workshops focused on idea development and asset creation.
- Youth Entrepreneurship and Leadership Development (SEE ME Teens)Runs the "SEE ME Teens" executive leadership program for Black youth, teaching entrepreneurial skills such as brand building, leadership, communication, financial literacy, and problem-solving through a structured curriculum and workshops to foster an entrepreneurial mindset and address generational wealth gaps.
- Youth Entrepreneurship and Leadership Development Program (SEE ME Teens)Runs an executive leadership program for young Black students focused on entrepreneurship, teaching brand building, executive presence, business concept development, and core entrepreneurial skills such as communication, problem-solving, financial literacy, and leadership. The curriculum includes workshops on idea development, resource management, and asset creation, both in-person and virtually.
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Women's and Minority Business Empowerment Groups 4 activities
- Black Business Directory and Ecosystem DevelopmentMaintains a growing directory of Black-owned businesses within the ARG Community to support visibility, networking, and economic equity.
- Black-Owned Business Directory DevelopmentMaintains and grows a directory of Black-owned businesses within the ARG Community to increase visibility and support economic equity.
- Business Resource and Directory Support for Black-Owned EnterprisesMaintains a growing directory of Black-owned businesses within the ARG Community and provides ongoing business planning resources and financial literacy training to minority and women-owned businesses.
- Financial Literacy and Business Resource ProvisionProvides financial literacy training, business planning resources, and maintains a growing directory of Black-owned businesses within the ARG Community to support minority and women-owned entrepreneurs.
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Uncategorized 6 activities
- Capital Investment and Pitch Opportunities for Small BusinessesOffers selected small businesses the opportunity to pitch for up to $10,000 in funding, culminating in events such as the Holiday Mixer and Pitch Event. This component is linked to the SEE ME Business Growth Series and supports five businesses annually.
- Holiday Mixer and Pitch EventHosts an annual Holiday Mixer and Pitch Event where five entrepreneurs compete for a prize of up to $10,000 for their businesses.
- SEE ME Business Growth SeriesProvides expert-led workshops and a business growth series for underrepresented small business owners, focusing on expanding into corporate and government sectors, developing compelling business capability statements, securing contracts, and implementing strategies for scaling and financial management. The series culminates in an opportunity for 5 businesses to pitch for up to $10,000.
- SEE ME Business Growth Series for Underrepresented EntrepreneursA workshop series providing expert-led training to underrepresented small business owners on topics including capability statements, contract acquisition, strategic planning, budgeting, and scaling strategies. The program includes opportunities for participants to pitch for funding.
- SEE ME Business Growth Series for Underrepresented EntrepreneursOffers a workshop series for underrepresented small business owners, including expert-led sessions on developing business capability statements, securing contracts with corporate and government agencies, strategic planning, budgeting, financial management, and scaling for sustainable growth. The program concludes with a pitch event where five businesses compete for up to $10,000 in funding.
- SEE ME Business Growth Series for Underrepresented EntrepreneursOffers a workshop series focused on helping underrepresented small business owners expand into corporate and government sectors through expert-led sessions on capability statements, contract acquisition, strategic planning, budgeting, and scaling strategies. The program concludes with a pitch event where five businesses compete for up to $10,000.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$217K
Contributions & grants$217K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$263K
Program expenses93%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$195K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$211K
Cash$211K
Investments$0
Liabilities$3K
Net assets$208K
Liquid reserves9.6 mo
2 years on record · 2021–2022 · YoY revenue -52.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANGELA GARMON | PRESIDENT | 0 | $24K |
board members · 2
- JACKIE WSZALEK — DIRECTOR
- TONI AUSTIN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 4
who they work with
- Arizona Community Foundation Partner — Funding and support partner for the SEE ME Program
- Black Philanthropy Initiative Partner — Funding and support partner for the SEE ME Program
- Black Philanthropy Initiative Partner — Partner organization
- The Studios @ Mesa City Center Partner — Hosts the Business Growth Series workshops.