Frequently Asked Questions

How can Prospera help my business?

Prospera can help business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs with individual consulting, education, and access to valuable resources. Services include individual and personalized business consulting, access to experts on different business topics and industries, guidance on minority certification and procurement, business seminars in Spanish to sharpen skills and prepare to start or grow your business, handholding to help you access capital from traditional banks or microlenders for your business, and additional professional services to advance your business, which are underwritten and vetted by Prospera.

At what point in my business should I contact Prospera?

The sooner the better! You can get assistance from Prospera at any stage of business.

If you haven’t begun or registered your business yet, you can receive guidance to get started in the right direction, to analyze your business idea during the start-up phase before you act on it. And if you already own a business, Prospera can help you resolve challenges, strengthen your company, and increase your success.

Does Prospera lend money?

Prospera is not a lender but its consultants help clients plan and apply for capital from other sources—microloans, traditional loans, SBA loans, and grants. Assistance ranges from assessing how much capital you need to which types of funding you could qualify for and how to apply.

Do I have to pay for services at Prospera?

Voluntary donations help Prospera continue delivering its program to entrepreneurs without charging for services. We raise funds from companies, individuals, foundations, and government throughout the year to cover expenses and continue investing in our community.

Where does Prospera offer services?

Prospera currently serves entrepreneurs in Florida, North Carolina, and Georgia. PROPEL provides an opportunity for third parties to sponsor delivery of Prospera’s services in additional markets.

What is the first step to obtain assistance from Prospera?

The first step to get assistance if you are in initial stages of business or have not worked with Prospera before is to attend a Prospera orientation. This seminar covers information on how Prospera can help your business and critical business topics such as U.S. legal structure and tax options, licenses and permits, state regulations, and financing options. All seminars are offered in Spanish and open to the public.

What makes Prospera unique?

The Prospera service model is unique and integral, to help at any stage of business from idea to growth. Our services have been designed and improved since 1991, specifically for the Hispanic entrepreneur, and are available in Spanish.

Clients can receive assistance from Prospera business development consultants, subcontracted professionals in different fields, workshop presenters who are subject matter experts, and community volunteers from different sectors and industries who play key roles throughout our organization.

What are donations used for at Prospera?

Donations make all Prospera services possible—from educational programs to consulting services—at no charge to clients. Donations enable us to serve more Hispanic entrepreneurs to help them achieve their business ownership dream, succeed as small business owners, and create jobs in our communities.

How can I support Prospera's mission with a financial contribution?

Thank you for your support! You can make a donation through our online form at prosperausa.org/donate or call 407-413-8564 to request a corporate invoice. Clients can also inquire about opportunities to become part of the Clients’ Circle.

How can I make an appointment for an individual consultation after I have taken the orientation?

You can contact the local Prospera office directly, you can find the contact details at prosperausa.org/where-we-work/

What can I do if I have not received a course confirmation email?

Please contact your local office to verify that there is no error in the email assigned to your registration. You can confirm by phone or email by visiting prosperausa.org/where-we-work/

Is it possible to visit your offices and what are your opening hours?

You can see our offices and their opening hours at prosperausa.org/where-we-work/

We recommend calling ahead to confirm availability in case you are out at community events or working remotely on some weekdays.