Nonprofits Prospera and Ascendus collaborate to help more Hispanic-owned businesses recover JPMorgan Chase has donated $500,000 to economic development, nonprofit organizations Prospera and Ascendus (formerly Accion East) to support more than 750 small, minority-owned businesses in Florida struggling to overcome the economic crisis. The organizations will work together to assist small business owners in the greater Orlando, Miami andRead more
An opportunity to make us count only comes around once every 10 years… let’s participate for the future wellbeing of our families! In partnership with Florida Counts 2020 Census, Prospera invites everyone in our community to participate in the census process taking place until April 1. The data captured during the 2020 Census will affect the determination of federal funds allocated to our state (for Medicaid, SNAP, Head Start, Section 8, roadsRead more
Now more than ever, the small business community in South Florida counts with numerous financing options to be able to confront the COVID-19 pandemic. There is still time and resources available to obtain the help that you and your business may need to surpass the current economic crisis. Call Prospera today for a free consultationRead more
Central Florida Client – Enriqueta Coll Enriqueta Coll is the owner of E5Drinks, LLC and a Prospera client in Central Florida. Her small business offers innovative products made with her own creation, Limonazza: delicious drinks that master a combination of the health benefits in flax seeds and aloe vera, with a refreshing lime taste. “LimonazzaRead more
West Coast Client: Gilma Parra Adjusting to change can be challenging, whether it’s remembering to carry hand sanitizer in your bag, wearing a face mask or adapting a business to new operating procedures. Prospera client Gilma Parra has done it all. In 2016, she and her husband purchased Sabor Paisa Restaurant and took on a whole new life as business owners. They had little experience managing the businessRead more
During the COVID-19 pandemic, small businesses have faced numerous unforeseen obstacles. With the implementation of the Federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL), some busines owners have found some relief amidst this difficult time. As an organization dedicated to help start, sustain, and grow Hispanic-owned businesses to achieve community prosperity,Read more
Wells Fargo and the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) are proud to announce the expansion into five new markets for the Avanzar Small Business Accelerator Program, including Central Florida. Avanzar is a business accelerator program designed for Hispanic small business owners who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. EachRead more
Central Florida Client: Jessica Cruz y Daniel Marsant Jessica Cruz and Daniel Marsant are the owners of Magnificent Hauling, LLC, a construction, machinery, and heavy equipment transportation business established in January 2018. As with most small businesses, the COVID-19 pandemic has become a great challenge. However, since the transportation industry has been classified as essentialRead more
West Coast Client: Alvaro Castillo During the COVID-19 crisis, small business owners are trying to adapt to the situation, approaching and expanding their business in new ways, and incorporating different methods to serve customers. In fact, for some industries this crisis has become a chance to boost their sales. Alvaro Castillo of Castle Insurance &Read more
South Florida Client: Antonio Garcia Prospera client Antonio Garcia owns Rock a Pan bakery in Hialeah, established in 2011. Like so many others, his business has been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. In response, he has adjusted his business operations, albeit keeping the wellbeing of his employees top of mind. Rock A Pan’s salesRead more
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