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1		Lafayette, NY
2		NEW YORK, NY
3		NEW YORK, NY
4		ORCHARD PARK, NY
5		RED BANK, NJ
6		NEW YORK, NY
7		AMITYVILLE, NY
8		Chelsea, MA
9		CHESTNUT HILL, MA
10		Hamilton, OH
11		PITTSBURGH, PA
12		COLUMBIA, SC
13		ST JOSEPH, MI
14		RESTON, VA
15		WEST CHESTER, PA
16		LOS ANGELES, CA
17		KENT, OH
18		RALEIGH, NC
19		Indianapolis, IN
20		Fort Wayne, IN
21		YOUNGSTOWN, OH
22		ASHTABULA, OH
23		FOREST PARK, IL
24		CHICAGO, IL
25		LAKE FOREST, IL
26		Lake Forest, IL
27		WAUKESHA, WI
28		WAUWATOSA, WI
29		ST PAUL, MN
30		NORTHFIELD, MN
31		Fairfield, IA
32		FORT WAYNE, IN
33		CHARLOTTE, NC
34		Cincinnati, OH
35		Alexandria, VA
36		ELYRIA, OH
37		CHICAGO, IL
38		OMAHA, NE
39		Washington, DC
40		Washington, DC
41		WASHINGTON, DC
42		WASHINGTON, DC
43		MIDDLETON, WI
44		WILMINGTON, DE
45		WASHINGTON, DC
46		Baltimore, MD
47		ARLINGTON, VA
48		RESTON, VA
49		Springfield, VA
50		RALEIGH, NC

The purpose of the corporation is to increase opportunity, alleviate poverty, develop and retain jobs in the community, and stimulate economic development and community revitalization in an economically distressed urban area and surroundings, by providing entrepreneurial, business, and as appropriate, employment and job skill training, physical and virtual incubation and equipment; information, expertise, and education needed to develop business and entrepreneurial skills; consultation, mentoring, and training; and other activities furtherance of these activities and purposes, including aid in obtaining low interest loans, MWBE certification, and to do any other act or thing incidental to or connected with the foregoing purposes or in advancement thereof, but not for the pecuniary profit or financial gain of its members, directors, or officers except as permitted under the Not-for-Profit Corporation Law or federal law and regulation,

IS A SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION FORMED FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE NETWORK FOR TEACHING ENTREPRENEURSHIP, A RELATED 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION.

PROVIDES EDUCATIONAL ARTS TO AT-RISK YOUTH TO SPARK CREATIVE THINKING AND AWAKEN THE ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT. THE ORGANIZATION EMPOWERS CHILDREN AFFECTED BY EXTREME POVERTY THROUGH AN INNOVATIVE CURRICULUM OF IDEAS, ART AND MUSIC (I AM).

THE ORGANIZATION FUNDS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAMS FOR YOUTHS ALONG WITH PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF . PARTICIPANTS INCLUDE A DIVERSE GROUP OF MALES AND FEMALES AGES 14-25.

supports education of promising youth to develop socially conscious, entrepreneurial leaders of tomorrow. Our first project is Leadership Academy in Cambodia

Our mission is to encourage conscious living among humankind. To encourage community living based on sustainable methods and the creation of a participatory economy. "It takes a to raise a child." Living, eating, growing food together, shelter, child development, wellness, literacy, work experience, entrepreneurship intro, legal support, community organization, lifetime mentoring. We also look to bring logical thought and constructive energy together for problem-solving--modified consensus. Sharing resources, supporting one another, living together. All genders. All religions.

TO SUPPORT EMERGING WOMEN OF COLOR ENTREPRENEURS.

Supprot economic develoment by assisting entrepreneurs and small owners with tools and resources to be successful. For example, through one-on-one technical assistance, bilingual workshops and trading programs, as well as networking opportunities.

IS A NOT PROFIT COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION LED BY BLACK WOMEN AND MARGINALIZED GENDERS (MAGES). COMBINES ART WITH ACTIVISM TO BUILD AN ANTI-RACIST COMMUNITY AND EDUCATE WHITE PEOPLE ON RACISM AND ALL THE OTHER "ISMS" WHILE GARNERING SUPPORT BLACK MAGES FROM THOSE PEOPLE WITH PRIVILEGE. AT , WE ENGAGE IN BLACK LIBERATION WORK THROUGH A REPARATIONS LENS. OUR TEAM TAKES THE INFLUX OF WHITE PEOPLE ON SOCIAL MEDIA WHO WANT TO LEARN ABOUT ANTI-RACISM AND ANTI-OPPRESSION AND PUT THEIR LABOR AND MONEY TO WORK TO PROVIDE MONTHLY MICRO-FUNDING, STIPENDS, AND SEED FUNDING PROJECTS TO BLACK MAGES (MARGINALIZED GENDERS). BLACK ADMINS AND EDUCATORS CURATE CONTENT, ART, AND PROGRAMMING, AND MOST OF ALL, HOLD NON-BLACK MEMBERS ACCOUNTABLE VIA REFLECTION AND GUIDED RESPONSE, SO THEY CAN EFFECTIVELY PRACTICE THE RADICAL THOUGHT AND ACTION PROCESSES NECESSARY TO DISRUPT INSTITUTIONS OF OPPRESSION. MEMBERS OF THE WLC LEARN THROUGH THE INFORMED PERSPECTIVES

THE MILL IS A REGIONAL PLATFORM CONNECTING STARTUPS WITH THE RESOURCES THEY NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL. WE BRING TOGETHER THE REGIONAL RESOURCES OF THE AND ACADEMIC COMUNITIES, SOURCES FINANCING,TECHNICAL EXPERTISE AND AGENCY LEVEL FEDERAL AND STATE.

WIB) IS AN ORGANIZATION OF PROFESSIONALS COMMITTED TO PROMOTING CAREERS, LEADERSHIP, AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP OF ALL THE LIFE SCIENCES.

Fuel south Carolinas innovation economy by accelerating technology-enabled growth in research, academia, entrepreneurship and industry.

GPA) DEVELOPS YOUNG SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURS BY FUNDING YOUTH-LED OR YOUTH ENGAGED ORGANIZATIONS THAT UNLEASH THE POWER OF YOUTH TO ADVANCE THE ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL HEALTH OF THEIR FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES.

HELPING OTHERS TO "BE THE CHANGE THEY WANT TO SEE IN THE WORLD" BY PROVIDING COUNSELING AND RESOURCES.WE WORK WITH SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURS AND SMALL ORGANIZATIONS TO HELP THEM ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS AND OBJECTIVES. WE PROVIDE COUNSEL AND RESOURCES TO HELP INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS PLAN, BUILD AND EXECUTE ON THEIR VISION.

TO PROVIDE PROGRAMS FOR YOUNG AFRICAN AMERICAN AND LATINO STUDENTS FROM KINDERGARTEN TO AGE 16 TO DEVELOP THEIR ACADEMIC SKILLS AND TO PROVIDE EXPOSURE TO THE FIELDS OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, MATH (STEM), ART, MUSIC, AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP SO THAT THEY MAY HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO PURSUE CAREERS IN THOSE FIELDS.

GRANT TO GRAMEEN AMERICA INC. FOR LOAN CAPITAL FOR LOW-INCOME WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS.

WAS FORMED TO MANAGE PROPERTY OWNED BY KENT STATE AND HOLD EQUITY INTERESTS OR LICENSES IN START UP ENTITIES. THE COMPANYIS A CONDUIT THAT HELPS IN FORMATION OF NEW BUSINESSES, CREATION OFJOBS AND REVITALIZATION AND GROWTH IN NORTHEAST OHIO. THEY ALSO PROMOTEACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AND ENHANCE EDUCATION BY PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS IN THE BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURIAL AREAS.

EXISTS TO CHANGE THAT REALITY IN THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE. OUR MISSION IS TO EMPOWER FAMILIES IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES THROUGH ENTREPRENEURSHIP, EDUCATION, AND RESTORATIVE CARE.

is a venture development organization focused on building sustainable innovation and entrepreneurship cultures in regions throughout Indiana, and fostering and developing high-potential, high-growth businesses for investment and returns for our stakeholders.

develops the youth the greater Fort Wayne area Entrepreneurship and The Arts by creating hands on learning experiences.

DEVELOPMENT: TO CULTIVATE, ACCELERATE AND PRMOTE FORMATION, GROWTH, COMMERCIALIZATION AND INNOVATION OF TECHNOLOGY-BASED BUSINESSES BY PROVIDING COMPREHENSIVE, HIGH QUALITY ENTREPRENEURIAL SERVICES AND RESORUCES IN A ROBUST ENVIRONMENT THAT PROMOTES COMPANY SUCCESS, ATTRACTION AND RETENTION TO CULTIVATE, ACCELERATE AND PROMOTE FORMATION, GROWTH, COMMERCIALIZATION, AND INNOVATION OF TECHNOLOGY-BASED BUSINESSES BY PROVIDING COMPREHENSIVE, HIGH QUALITY ENTREPRENEURIAL SERVICES AND RESOURCES IN A ROBUST ENVIRONMENT THAT PROMOTES COMPANY SUCCESS, ATTRACTION AND RETENTION.

EXECUTIVE COACHING AND CONSULTING PROGRAM SUPPORTS NON-PROFIT LEADERS AND SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURS IN NORTHEAST OHIO WHO ARE COMMITTED TO BUILDING SELF-ESTEEM AND EMPOWERMENT ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED.

PROVIDE PRACTICAL TEACHING, RESOURCES, AND ENVIRONMENT TO ENCOURAGE CHRISTIAN ENTREPRENEURS.

THE (THE ") WAS INCORPORATED ON JULY 27, 2000, TO FOSTER DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH OF BUSINESS ENTERPRISE, WHICH WILL ENHANCE THE VITALITY OF THE AND PRIVATE EQUITY COMMUNITY. THE INTENDS TO ACHIEVE ITS GOALS BY: (I) PROVIDING GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS EXPERTISE, (II) OFFERING EDUCATIONAL MEMBER PROGRAMS, (III) FACILITATING MEMBER NETWORKING AND (IV) PARTICIPATING IN SHARED PROGRAMS AND EVENTS OF MUTUAL INTEREST WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS IN SUPPORT OF THE COMMUNITY.

AS HEIRS OF THE LEGACY AND EDUCATIONAL TRADITION OF COLLEGE AND THERELIGIOUS OF THE SACRED HEART, THE FOUNDATIONDEVELOPS AND SEEKS SUPPORT FOR INNOVATIVE SCHOLARSHIPS AND ENTREPRENEURIAL EDUCATIONAL VENTURES WHICH REFLECT THE DEEP COMMITMENT TO: INTELLECTUAL,SPIRITUAL, AND ETHICAL VALUES; EMPOWERMENT OF WOMEN, SOCIAL AWARENESS THAT IMPELS TO ACTION; AND THE BUILDING OF COMMUNITY.

is dedicated to help people help themselves. We seek to restore the dignity and quality of life for people affected by conflict by eliminating barriers to success through innovative education, entrepreneurial development, and community-driven aid.

ENGINEERING ENTREPRENEURSHIP NETWORK PROGRAM (KEEN) CONFERENCES - 2 CONFERENCES CONVENED SPONSORED BY FOUNDATION WITH A TOTAL OF 463 GRANTEES IN ATTENDENCE.

THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION IS (1) TO CREATE A FOR ENCOURAGING ENTREPRENEURSHIP MOTIVATED BY THE DESIRE TO GENERATE NEW EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND STIMULATE DEVELOPMENT; AND (2) TO PURSUE AND DEVELOPMENT OF RESEARCH PRODUCTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE MEDICAL , AREA UNIVERSITIES AND TECHNICAL SCHOOLS, AS WELL AS THE AREA, THE STATE OF WISCONSIN AND THE REGION; (3) TO SUPPORT AND HOUSE NEW AND DEVELOPING BUSINESSES ENGAGED IN TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT, SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND RELATED ACTIVITIES, AND TO MODIFY AND REHABILITATE AND DEVELOP A TECHNOLOGY TO FURTHER THESE PURPOSES; 4) TO COMPLETE THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE COUNTY RESEARCH PARK AND TO MANAGE THE PARK IN ACCORDANCE WITH ITS DECLARATION OF CONVENTS, CONDITIONS, RESTRICTIONS AND DESIGN GUIDELINES; AND VARIOUS DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS WITH PARK OCCUPANTS.

THE MTJJHLF IS A GRANTMAKING FOUNDATION, INSPIRED BY THE SPIRIT OF ITS FOUNDERS, WHOSE CHARITABLE PURPOSE IS TO SPUR ENTREPRENEURSHIP SUPPORT NEW AMERICAN ENTREPRENEURS IN SAINT PAUL, MN.

PROVIDE SMALL BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURS WITH THE NECESSARY RESOURCES TO INCREASE THEIR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES WHILE PROVIDING JOB CREATION, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TAX BASE GROWTH WITHIN .

is dedicated to empowering disadvantaged youth with tools for success including education and entrepreneurship opportunities. This results in eradication of poverty through provision of quality, effective, consciousness-based University and vocational education.

mission is to equip with entrepreneurial resources to develop a sustainable business through power their own creativity. Entrepreneurial resources include a six-module business training course specifically designed for in small businesses. CWOW also provides a retail boutique where they can sell their handmade products. Not only do who take our course have access to our market but we also partner with organizations who work directly with marginalized around by meeting their greatest need a place to sell their products.

IS A CHRIST CENTERED IMPACT INVESTING FUND WITH A DUAL MISSION; FIRST, WE INVEST IN ENTREPRENEURS TO CREATE SUSTAINABLE SMALL AND MEDIUM SIZED BUSINESSES THAT PRODUCE JOBS IN EAST AFRICA. SECOND, WE INVEST IN HEALTHCARE INFRASTRUCTURE TO DELIVER AFFORDABLE, SUSTAINABLE AND MEASURABLE HEALTHCARE OUTCOMES.

To help entrepreneurs build ventures that deliver impact.

Research efforts on economic transformation and entrepreneurship development in emerging markets

PARTNERING WITH COMMUNITY COLLEGES TO ACCELERATE THE GROWTH OF TECHNOLOGY STARTUPS THROUGH EARLY-STAGE FUNDING AND EDUCATION.

MISSIONARY

A NETWORK SUCCESSFUL REALTORS EMPOWERING WOMEN TO EXERCISE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AS ENTREPRENEURS AND INDUSTRY LEADERS.

Impact investments to support entrepreneurship

Our mission is to inspire children and parents to develop an entrepreneurial mindset, discover a calling, and change the world.

FORWARD IS A NON-PROFIT WITH A MISSION IS TO DIVERSIFY, EDUCATE, AND EMPOWER INVESTOR CLASS TO ADVANCE INDUSTRY AND MAXIMIZE IMPACT AND RETURNS. WE PROVIDE EDUCATION, RESOURCES, AND CONNECTIONS TO DRIVE INTERSECTIONAL DIVERSITY WITHIN COMMUNITY.

TO REKINDLE THE AMERICAN DREAM OF OPPORTUNITY AND EARNED SUCCESS IN THE UNITED STATES AND AROUND THE WORLD BY PRODUCING, FUNDING, AND DISSEMINATING MULTIDISCIPLINARY ACADEMIC AND POLICY RESEARCH THAT WILL LIFT BARRIERS TO ECONOMIC MOBILITY BASED ON THE PRINCIPLES OF PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY, RULE OF LAW, AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP.

TO PROVIDE INSPIRING EXPERIENCES FOR OUR STUDENTS NOW, AND FOR DECADES TO COME, THROUGH TEACHER INNOVATION GRANTS, STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS AND A GROWING ENDOWMENT.

BUILDING A THRIVING COMMUNITY BY EMPOWERING A DIVERSE BASE OF ENTREPRENEURS AND BUSINESSES THROUGH TO , EDUCATION, ADVOCACY AND OPPORTUNITY.

TO STIMULATE ECONOMIC GROWTH AND IMPROVE LIVELIHOODS BY CULTIVATING ENTREPRENEURSHIP.

To foster a transformative community of tech-savvy, innovative, entrepreneurial people looking for creative collaboration to accelerate their growth potential and make a powerful economic impact on the City of Baltimore and beyond.

THE OPERATES PROGRAMS IN 180 COUNTRIES AIMED AT MAKING IT EASIER FOR ANYONE, ANYWHERE TO START AND SCALE A BUSINESS.

DECA PREPARES EMERGING LEADERS AND ENTREPRENEURS IN MARKETING, FINANCE, HOSPITALITY AND MANAGEMENT.

works to accelerate technological breakthroughs in healthy human life extension through regenerative medicine and nutrition research initiatives, startup incubation, and open innovation challenges.

CONDUCTING POLICY RESEARCH FOCUSED ON IMPROVING CONDITIONS,STRENGTHENING INFRASTRUCTURE, SUPPORTING INCREASED ENTREPRENEURIALDEVELOPMENT, AND INCREASING THE NUMBER OF JOBS AVAILABLE IN RURALAREAS.

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