Centro Community Partners is an Oakland-based 501(c)(3) non-profit that focuses on providing entrepreneurship and financial literacy training programs, access to microloans, and one-on-one business advisory services to low-to-moderate income (LMI) entrepreneurs. Established in 2010, Centro aims to empower entrepreneurs and grow thriving communities. Their services target individuals looking to start or expand microenterprises to attain economic security.
Centro selects and trains high potential LMI entrepreneurs to become successful business owners that contribute to their community. Through their program, entrepreneurs enhance their business competency in marketing, small business finance, strategy, operations, and management, while also improving their personal credit and leadership practices for sustained professional growth.
The organization's last investment of $250.00K came in the form of a grant investment on 25 April 2024 from the Truist Foundation. Centro's ultimate purpose is to drive positive social and economic change in underserved communities by creating jobs and enhancing the quality of life for entrepreneurs and their families.
Funding Stage | Amount | No. Investors | Investors | Date |
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Grant | $250.00K | 1 | Truist Foundation | 25 Apr 2024 |
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