If we fuel the imagination and the will of low-income and underserved entrepreneurs with the right education and financial tools, we can break the cycle of poverty and change entire communities.
High Quality Entrepreneurship Education
Over 90% effectiveness for every unit.
More Skills and Confidence
40% said the training made them feel more confident in their ability to achieve their business goals.
Business Plans Completed
Over 3,700 entrepreneurs have used Centro's app to build their business plans.
Businesses Emerge
And Grow
Over 80% increase profitability.
Jobs Are Created
42% have created or sustained jobs.
Incomes and Savings Increase
Over 75% have increased their savings.
Businesses Get Access to Loans
16% have applied for microloans.
Jobs Are Sustained
Small businesses across the US have an average of 2.5 jobs each
We train underserved, low-income and minority entrepreneurs to help them start, develop and grow their businesses. Learn more about our Basic Entrepreneurship Program, Entrepreneurship Bootcamp and Advanced Entrepreneurship Program.
We also train MBA students to become small business consultants. Learn more about our Small Business Advisor Program.
We help other organizations provide business education and technical assistance to aspiring and current small business owners with an all-in-one and customizable basic entrepreneurship education solution. The suite is powered by our signature Business Planning App - an app designed specifically for entrepreneurs who lack formal education or business experience. Learn more about our Entrepreneurship Suite.
Whether you want to start or grow a small business, work with underserved entrepreneurs or want to partner with us, we'd love to hear from you. Contact us anytime at info@centrocommunity.org.
