Microenterprise Program

Empowering Small Business Owners

The Microenterprise Program is dedicated to supporting the growth of small businesses and entrepreneurs in Southeast Indy. We provide resources, guidance, and personalized support to help individuals achieve their entrepreneurial dreams while fostering economic development in our community.

We provide small business owners and entrepreneurs with technical assistance, business coaching, and resource navigation to help grow and strengthen their businesses through a cohort model.

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Areas of Support

We provide small business owners with a variety of services and support, including:

  • Individual business consultations and coaching

  • Business insurance recommendations

  • Skills training for accounting, finance, marketing, and more

  • Educational workshops

  • Microgrants

  • Graphic design for logos, business cards, and other marketing collateral

2023-2024 Impact

68

Entrepreneurs supported

$38,000

Dollars distributed in direct support

240+

Services Offered

Eligibility Requirements

Our Microenterprise Navigator can work with any small business owner in need of support. However, to participate in the cohort and receive our services, business owners must meet income qualifications, have fewer than five employees, and be registered with the state of Indiana.

Have questions or want to learn more? Complete our interest form and our program navigator, Alex Balbuena, will be in touch.