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In order to unlock the power of One in Three, AEO is launching the Catalyst Initiative, a suite of programs and partnerships designed to unlock the potential of underserved entrepreneurs by strengthening the capacity and reach of the non-profits that serve them.
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AEO's policy agenda focuses on the development of strong and effective microbusiness initiatives to assist underserved entrepreneurs. AEO's advocacy efforts seek to create jobs through entrepreneurship and business ownership.
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The AEO500 promotes the success of Main Street entrepreneurs and the community organizations that are critical to that success. Help AEO communicate the impact of microenterprises across the country.
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Other Initiatives
Green Economy: AEO, Green America, and EcoVentures International (EVI), are undertaking a national survey of business owners to identify and quantify “green” opportunities for the smallest of businesses and to identify barriers to action. Read More >>
Capacity Building in the Southeast: The Southeast Initiative is focused on building the capacity of microenterprise development organizations (MDOs) in a region of the United States with the largest representation of microbusiness. Read More >>
News and updates from the community
Entrepreneur Assistance Programs Cut Under the President’s Budget
Although we are wading through all the details of the President’s FY13 budget submission released yesterday, we have pulled out the proposed funding numbers for the programs for which we advocate. First of all, the SBA recommended the PRIME program be eliminated. This program, which provides grants to organizations that provide business and credit assistance, was funded at $3.5 million in FY12. The microloan program, funded at $25 million last year, is proposed to be…Read More
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