Eva Longoria’s $55,000 fund grew to nearly $525,000 in loans, supporting 150 jobs
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Key context: Eva Longoria’s foundation and nonprofit lender Accessity launched a $55,000 loan fund in 2013 to help six Latina entrepreneurs start or grow their businesses. Since then, the initiative has facilitated 65 loans worth nearly $525,000 and helped create or maintain 150 jobs. A new three-year, $500,000 grant will expand business training and financial support for Latina entrepreneurs. This development from timesofindia.indiatimes.com highlights ongoing changes in the sector.
Eva Longoria’s foundation and nonprofit lender Accessity launched a $55,000 loan fund in 2013 to help six Latina entrepreneurs start or grow their businesses. Since then, the initiative has facilitated 65 loans worth nearly $525,000 and helped create or maintain 150 jobs. A new three-year, $500,000 grant will expand business training and financial support for Latina entrepreneurs.
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