LATINO BUSINESS FOUNDATION

Business academy: in partnership with santa clara university's mobi, the latino business academy delivered our 12-module curriculum in english and spanish with individualized coaching to ensure completion and practical application. We increased to four cohorts this year to meet demand. The final class met in person and doubled as a peer networking session hosted by mobi at scu, strengthening relationships that continue beyond graduation. We held two joyful graduation ceremonies honoring persistence and progress. In 2024 the academy celebrated 997 graduates, each advancing with a stronger business plan, clearer compliance steps for licensing and permits, and better cash-flow practices. Throughout the year we complemented coursework with 13 targeted workshops, including california digital coach from grow with google, redes sociales para mi negocio, construyendo una base financiera, mehko, and small business taxes. These integrated offerings reflect the quality and impact recognized through our california nonprofit of the year 2024 award.

Other: various other supporting programs including the virtual business incubator and business council to further providing high quality services and resources to improve the business community.