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
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 theRead 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
An opportunity to make us count only comes around once every 10 years… let’s participate for the 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
West Coast Clients: Israel Martinez and Pablo Rosado Years ago, Israel Martinez and Pablo Rosado toyed with the idea of going into business together with the purpose of making a difference in their community. They were serving in the U.S. Navy when the idea struck. As veterans nearing retirement after 20 years of military service, they asked themselvesRead more
West Coast Client: Karina F. Sloan, owner of Early Childhood Learning Centers Karina F. Sloan is the founder, CEO and Chief Marketing Officer of Early Childhood Learning Centers (ECLC). Originally from Venezuela, Karina obtained a bachelor’s degree in International Management from Florida Southern College, a master’s degree in business administration from St. Leo University, andRead more
Cliente de la costa oeste: Thaimi Deya, propietaria de The Glowing Tree Como fundadora de The Glowing Tree y madre, Thaimi Deya siempre ha querido ayudar a los niños a lograr sus objetivos de bienestar de una manera divertida. En The Glowing Tree Kids Spa personalizan y planifican las fiestas y eventos de cumpleaños másRead more
El cofundador de Mintwist, Mario Vargas, ha pasado toda su vida experimentando con frutas y sabores de todo el mundo. Comenzó a probar nuevas combinaciones de frutas y verduras en América del Sur y a preparar recetas increíbles llenas de sabores saludables. Sus jugos, aguas, batidos y shots están elaborados con ingredientes de alta calidadRead more
Dr. Denisse Lasanta is a Board certified pediatric dentist and is certified in laser dentistry and orthodontics with the Academy of Laser Dentistry and the American Orthodontics Society. She has extensive experience and training, and brings her warmth, friendliness, and compassion to every interaction. Dr. Denisse came to Prospera seeking assistance to obtain capital to startRead more
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