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Loma Capital

Greenville

Loma Capital invests in Hispanic-led, early-stage startups or growth-stage companies.

JJE Capital Holdings

Midlands

JJE Capital Holdings is a private equity firm that invests in a broad array of high-potential companies and startups.

Benedict College Statewide Investment Accelerator (BCSIA)

Statewide

The Benedict College Statewide Investment Incubator (BCSIA) offers a 12-week program for early-stage founders looking to connect with mentorship, capital funding and more.

Entrepreneurship for All (EforAll)

Lowcountry

EforAll offers a business accelerator program and pitch contests to its communities, including the South Carolina Lowcountry.

Inmates to Entrepreneurs

Statewide

Inmates to Entrepreneurs offers in-person and online courses on how to start a business to people with criminal backgrounds.

U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Community Navigator Pilot Program

The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is offering small, Hispanic and minority-owned businesses one-on-one sessions with bilingual advisors who can provide guidance on hiring, finance, certifications and more.

Black Economic Mobility Coalition - KIVA Loan Program

National

Kiva loans help entrepreneurs gain access to capital by providing no-interest, no-fee community-backed business loans on its global online platform. Kiva loans range from $1,000 to $15,000 for up to three years. Contact Saville Williams at [email protected] or visit our website if you are interested in applying for this opportunity.

The Platform at Greer

Spartanburg

The Platform at Greer offers training bootcamps, networking events and other opportunities for entrepreneurs to optimize their startups.

Founder Institute

Statewide
Founder Institute

Join a statewide pre-seen network for the new South Carolina Founders Institute program. In the upcoming South Carolina 2023 Program, you can work directly with our team to build your business, no matter where you are. The cohort will offer two tracks, "Launch Track and "Growth Track."

Learn more and apply by November 27, 2022.

Bank of America's Institute for Woman's Entrepreneurship at Cornell

The new Bank of America Institute for Women's Entrepreneurship at Cornell offers an unparalleled opportunity for women to earn a certificate in business from this Ivy League university. Through a free online program made possible by Bank of America, students will gain the skills, knowledge and resources necessary to build, manage and scale a successful business.