Strategize Financial Management Post-Grant: Maximizing Opportunities and Mitigating Risks
December 15th, 2023
9:00 – 10:30 AM PST
Language: English
caravanserai project
Supporting Mission-Driven Entrepreneurs Along Their Journeys
Founded in 2016, Caravanserai Project’s programs empower individuals from marginalized, under-resourced communities to launch for profit and nonprofit organizations that generate financial security, economic mobility, and systemic change.
Future-Ready Strategies and Skills
Our mission-driven entrepreneurs develop future-ready strategies and skills to advance their ventures.
Access to capital
We are committed to democratizing and diversifying access to capital as a strategy to turbo charge our entrepreneurs.
A Strong Network
We bring together networks of entrepreneurs with bold and visionary ideas.
WAYS YOU CAN GET INVOLVED
SEED Lab Pre-Accelerator
For startup and early-stage social entrepreneurs pursuing a bold mission and forward-thinking vision. Designed as an 8-month program to support their first steps from idea stage to launching or taking to the next level a self-sustainable and impactful venture.
Training For Entrepreneurs
For mission-driven entrepreneurs, for profit and non-profit, looking to boost their ventures through a series of 9 practical workshops from business models, financial management to customer discovery and competitive analysis (Available in English and Spanish)
Funding for Entrepreneurs
For startups to early-stage entrepreneurs and small businesses. Priority is given to minority entrepreneurs committed to building a sustainable venture and generate irreversable systemic changes in their communities. (Conditions may apply)
Caravanserai Project Webinar Series
For relentless mission-driven entrepreneurs, for profit and non-profit, looking for additional support. Designed to provide practical tools and resources meant to build sustainable organizations, accelerate impact and increase their readiness for what’s next.
Since June 2022, over 200 Hispanic small business entrepreneurs, regardless of their legal status, have attended Caravanserai Project’s Biz Readiness Training Program and accessed $1.5M worth of capital as part of the SEED 2.0 initiative supported by the California Employment Training Panel.
The 2023 Inland Empire Hispanic Small Business Directory is the result of this exciting and rewarding work. Over 150 Hispanic small businesses are included in the first edition of this Directory that we will continue to expand and constantly update. They are spanning various industries and niches in both the nonprofit and for-profit sectors, from brick-and-mortar shops, food trucks, farms, to innovative startups pushing the boundaries of technology.
We invite you to journey through this Directory, learn about the remarkable people who stand behind them, and perhaps even discover a new favorite spot or service. Whether you’re a local resident looking to support your community or an enthusiast of innovation and craftsmanship, the 2023 Inland Empire Hispanic Small Business Directory is your gateway to the vibrant tapestry of small businesses that makes our region so unique.
uPCOMING programS
- Upcoming Cohort: November 6th – January 31st, 2024
- Language: English/ Spanish
- Format: Zoom
- Upcoming Cohort: November 28th, 2023 – January 16th, 2024
- Language: English
- Format: Zoom
Caravanserai PROJECT Webinar SERIES
Building A Successful Business: From Value Proposition And Business Model To Pricing Strategies
January 27th, 2024
9:00 – 10:30 AM PST
Language: English
Designing Compelling Narratives for Your Venture
February 23rd, 2024
9:00 – 10:30 AM PST
Language: English
Strategize Financial Management Post-Grant: Maximizing Opportunities and Mitigating Risks
December 15th, 2023
9:00 – 10:30 AM PST
Language: English
Building A Successful Business: From Value Proposition And Business Model To Pricing Strategies
January 27th, 2024
9:00 – 10:30 AM PST
Language: English
Designing Compelling Narratives for Your Venture
February 23rd, 2024
9:00 – 10:30 AM PST
Language: English
Strategize Financial Management Post-Grant: Maximizing Opportunities and Mitigating Risks
December 15th, 2023
9:00 – 10:30 AM PST
Language: English
Building A Successful Business: From Value Proposition And Business Model To Pricing Strategies
January 27th, 2024
9:00 – 10:30 AM PST
Language: English
Designing Compelling Narratives for Your Venture
February 23rd, 2024
9:00 – 10:30 AM PST
Language: English
Affiliated with
PARTNERED WITH
SUPPORTED BY
- Tom Nichols & Dan Chadburn
- Leslie Belzberg
- John P. Monahan Foundation
- Gordon & Jill Bourns Trust
- Ted Briggs & Ted Jarvis
WHAT OUR PAST PARTICIPANTS SAY
“Caravanserai Project’s SEED Lab has given me the building blocks to create an infrastructure that is going to outlive me and the people who are currently involved in Alianza”
– Silvia Paz | Alianza Coachella Valley, Executive Director | SEED Lab Fellow
As an Executive Director of a non-profit with a small team, I have relied heavily on Caravanserai Project when I need to think clearly, logically and strategically about our path forward. In these turbulent times where each decision feels so consequential to our organization's long-term sustainability, Caravanserai Project has helped me step back, realign with our vision, make decisions that most effectively advance our mission and impact, and when necessary, make crucial pivots that are sometimes difficult personally and emotionally.
I am so grateful to Caravanserai Project for bringing forward-thinking tools, approaches, and national subject matter experts to the Inland Empire. Each training has elevated the conversations, perspectives, and resources which have stretched and grown me as a leader. You have helped us forge new goals to take us to the next level. Thank you!
As a new non-profit CEO, the Caravanserai Project master classes have been invaluable. The experts and participants shared a wealth of information. They provided perspectives that opened up possibilities I didn’t realize existed before. There is so much good advice, I cannot implement it all now. I plan to review the material at least every quarter to add to and refine what I’ve been able to put into place immediately. I hope to continue connecting with the participants for many years.
Seed Lab has been Empowering. Empowering me to be bold, Empowering me to increase my vision on social impact, and Empowering me to establish true social change. Seed Lab has been nothing but supportive and I am truly grateful to have been apart of this program.
We came to SEED Lab with the excitement to simply share our Mexican/ Aztec culture and traditions as a way of life. We didn’t know that our work in the community was creating an impact and helping folks. SEED Lab has truly impacted our work and our lives. They have been key in our continuing growth as entrepreneurs. We are thankful for the mentorship and for providing access to the many resources. with the excitement to simply share our Mexican/ Aztec culture and traditions as a way of life.
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As an Executive Director of a non-profit with a small team, I have relied heavily on Caravanserai Project when I need to think clearly, logically and strategically about our path forward. In these turbulent times where each decision feels so consequential to our organization's long-term sustainability, Caravanserai Project has helped me step back, realign with our vision, make decisions that most effectively advance our mission and impact, and when necessary, make crucial pivots that are sometimes difficult personally and emotionally.
I am so grateful to Caravanserai Project for bringing forward-thinking tools, approaches, and national subject matter experts to the Inland Empire. Each training has elevated the conversations, perspectives, and resources which have stretched and grown me as a leader. You have helped us forge new goals to take us to the next level. Thank you!
As a new non-profit CEO, the Caravanserai Project master classes have been invaluable. The experts and participants shared a wealth of information. They provided perspectives that opened up possibilities I didn’t realize existed before. There is so much good advice, I cannot implement it all now. I plan to review the material at least every quarter to add to and refine what I’ve been able to put into place immediately. I hope to continue connecting with the participants for many years.
We came to Seed lab with the excitement to simply share our Mexican/ Aztec culture and traditions as a way of life. We didn’t know that our work in the community was creating an impact and helping folks. The Seed Lab has truly impacted our work and our lives. They have been key in our continuing growth as entrepreneurs. We are thankful for the mentorship and for providing access to the many resources.
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