News and Updates

Philanthropic Ventures Foundation Gives Kudos to Centro

Philanthropic Ventures Foundation (PVF) is passionate about sparking innovative ideas and forging collaborations, and so are we! They are also dedicated to bringing joy, simplicity, trust and effectiveness to grant-making, and we could not be happier to attest to that. … Continue reading →

Read about Séphora’s experience as an MBA Advisor

Séphora went through Centro’s MBA Advisor training program last fall. We asked her to share her experience with us in our new Featured Advisor section. Read about Séphora’s experience here!

Feleciai paid off her Kiva Zip loan!

We are very proud of Feleciai for paying off her Kiva Zip loan! What a great accomplishment for Skincare by Feleciai! Feleciai was able to do exactly what she expected to do with the money – buy ingredients to make … Continue reading →

Centro is Now Officially a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization

We are thrilled to share with you that Centro Community Partners has received its official nonprofit status! This was an involved process that has given us added respect for all 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, so today we celebrate two important benefits … Continue reading →

Centro Calendar

May 30 2013 Oakland Indie Awards

Centro is a proud partner of the Oakland Indie Awards, the awards celebration for local independent businesses and artists. Join us for this festive event on May 30th! Tickets are only $10. More information at www.oaklandindieawards.com.

April 15 Information Session at Mills College

Mills College MBA Students: Please join us Monday, April 15th at 4pm for an information session on Centro Community Partners. Serve as an MBA Advisor working with underserved entrepreneurs by developing their business plan, business competencies, financial literacy and the … Continue reading →