activities · 20
what they do
direct service · 12
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- SEE ME Business Growth Series for Underrepresented Entrepreneurs Small Business Development 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 Entrepreneurs Small Business Development 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.
- SEE ME Business Growth Series for Underrepresented Entrepreneurs Small Business Development 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 Teens Executive Leadership Program Youth Entrepreneurship Pitch ProgramsA 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.
- 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.
- Youth Entrepreneurship and Leadership Development (SEE ME Teens) Youth Entrepreneurship Pitch ProgramsRuns 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) Youth Entrepreneurship Pitch ProgramsRuns 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) Youth Entrepreneurship Pitch ProgramsRuns 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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- 12-Month Cohort Program for Black-Owned Businesses in Arizona Startup Acceleration & InvestmentRuns 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.
- 12-Month Cohort Program for Black-Owned Businesses in Arizona Startup Acceleration & InvestmentSelects 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.
- 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 Accelerator & Cohort Program Startup Acceleration & InvestmentRuns 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.
- 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 Accelerator and Mentorship Program for Black-Owned Businesses in Arizona Startup Acceleration & InvestmentRuns 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.
- 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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- Business Development Training for Corporate and Government Expansion business development trainingThe organization empowers small and underrepresented business owners to expand into corporate and government sectors by providing expert-led workshops on procurement processes, strategic planning, and building trust with decision-makers to scale their businesses.
- Business Development Training for Procurement and Scaling business development trainingWe empower underrepresented small business owners to enter and scale within corporate and government sectors through expert-led, practical workshops focused on procurement processes, financial management, strategic planning, and building trust with decision-makers.
- Business Development Training for Procurement and Scaling business development trainingThrough expert-led, practical workshops, we equip underrepresented entrepreneurs with the skills to navigate corporate and government procurement processes, manage finances, and scale their operations successfully.
- Business development training for underrepresented entrepreneurs business development trainingWe deliver expert-led, practical workshops on strategic planning, financial management, procurement processes, and scaling strategies to empower underrepresented small business owners to successfully enter and grow within corporate and government sectors.
- Economic Parity Through Targeted Business Support economic parity through targeted business supportBy focusing on systemic barriers, we advance economic equality and reduce wealth gaps through programs specifically designed to strengthen Black and women-owned businesses in Arizona.
- Enhanced Visibility and Network Integration for Black-Owned Businesses economic empowerment through visibilityThe organization increases visibility and growth opportunities for Black-owned businesses by creating curated directories, providing strategic support, fostering corporate connections, and integrating them into supplier diversity networks.
- Experiential Education for Parity and Inclusivity experiential educationThe organization uses experiential education tools, such as "The We Are Project Box," to foster discussions about embracing differences and achieving parity in business, communities, and workplaces through personal reflection and group conversations.
- Experiential learning for equity and inclusion experiential educationWe use interactive tools like “The We Are Project Box” to foster reflective conversations about difference, equity, and inclusion in business and community settings, promoting cultural change through experiential education.
- Financial Accountability and Sustainability financial_accountability_through_reportingWe promote financial sustainability by tracking net profit and requiring monthly financial reporting, ensuring accountability and enabling data-driven business growth.
- Financial Accountability and Sustainability Measurement financial_accountability_through_reportingWe promote financial sustainability by emphasizing net profit growth and enforcing financial accountability through monthly reporting, ensuring measurable progress and long-term business resilience.
- Financial Education and Accountability for Business Sustainability financial_education_and_grant_supportThe organization reduces business failure risk and promotes financial sustainability through financial education, grant funding, and monthly financial reporting to ensure accountability and track progress towards growing net profit.
- Financial accountability and sustainability measurement financial_accountability_through_reportingWe promote long-term business sustainability by emphasizing financial accountability through monthly reporting and tracking net profit growth, ensuring entrepreneurs can measure progress and make informed decisions.
- Holistic Support Model for Minority and Women Entrepreneurs holistic support model for minority and women entrepreneursWe provide a comprehensive ecosystem of support—including access to capital, financial education, mentorship, and business development training—to reduce failure risk and promote long-term growth for minority and women-owned businesses.
- Holistic Support for Minority and Women Entrepreneurs holistic support model for minority and women entrepreneursThe organization provides comprehensive support to minority and women-owned businesses by cultivating connections, facilitating access to capital, and delivering targeted education to foster their growth and reduce wealth gaps.
- Organizational Capacity Building organizational_capacity_buildingWe strengthen the long-term viability of businesses and the organization itself by supporting employment growth and expanding operational capacity.
- Targeted Economic Empowerment for Minority and Women-Owned Businesses holistic support model for minority and women entrepreneursWe focus on reducing wealth gaps and promoting economic parity by providing minority and women entrepreneurs with access to capital, financial education, grant support, and business development training, which together reduce business failure risk and strengthen long-term sustainability.
- Targeted economic empowerment for minority and women entrepreneurs holistic support model for minority and women entrepreneursWe focus on reducing wealth gaps and promoting economic parity by providing minority and women-owned businesses with access to capital, financial education, grant support, and targeted capacity-building programs, which we believe are key to sustainable growth and resilience.
- Visibility and Network Expansion for Black-Owned Businesses network_expansion_and_visibilityWe increase growth opportunities by enhancing visibility through curated directories and integrating entrepreneurs into corporate supplier diversity networks, fostering strategic connections and accountability.
- Visibility and Network Integration for Black-Owned Businesses network_expansion_and_visibilityWe increase growth opportunities for Black-owned businesses by enhancing visibility through curated directories and integrating them into corporate supplier diversity networks, enabling strategic connections and stronger financial relationships.
- Visibility and network-driven growth for Black-owned businesses network_expansion_and_visibilityBy creating curated directories, leveraging corporate supplier diversity networks, and facilitating strategic connections, we increase visibility and growth opportunities for Black-owned businesses, which we believe are critical for long-term market integration and sustainability.
- Youth Entrepreneurship and Experiential Education youth entrepreneurship educationWe cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset in youth aged 13–17 through interactive, creative programming and experiential learning tools like “The We Are Project Box,” aiming to close the generational wealth gap by instilling leadership and business principles early.
- Youth Entrepreneurship and Mindset Development youth entrepreneurship educationWe cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset in youth (13–17) through interactive, experiential education that builds leadership, branding skills, and awareness of equity in business, aiming to close the generational wealth gap.
- Youth Entrepreneurship and Wealth Gap Reduction youth entrepreneurship educationThe organization aims to close the generational wealth gap by cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset and instilling business and leadership principles in youth through interactive and creative educational programs.
- Youth-focused entrepreneurial and personal development youth entrepreneurship educationWe cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset in youth, particularly from underrepresented communities, through interactive education and personal development programs designed to close the generational wealth gap by building leadership, branding, and business skills early.
named programs · 4
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."
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.