Economic & Small Business Development
LISC has developed an inclusive economic development framework that expands the ability of people, places, and businesses to contribute to equitable prosperity, so that all are able to thrive. Our work creates accessible opportunities for people to find jobs that increase their income and assets, and at the same time, it grows businesses and rebuilds neighborhood economies through integrated strategies that develop talent, businesses, and districts.
Priorities:
- Increase access to capital to expand neighborhood business development
- Support partners and businesses in implementing place-based/commercial corridor strategies and real estate improvements
- Increase market access and opportunities for minority, small business owners
- Advocate for and cultivate the Latino small business ecosystem
The Microenterprise Navigator Program provides technical assistance and training to business owners who have historically faced barriers to resources and business services, such as underserved minority and immigrant-owned communities and microenterprises.
The Small Business Facade and Property Improvement Program provides matching grants to property owners willing to renovate the street-front exteriors of their structures.
LISC provides capacity building support to focus on key components of non-profit development
Digital Ready is an online curriculum designed to give small businesses the personalized tools to succeed in today's digital world.
LISC Indianapolis offers a real estate assistance fund to provide up to $40,000 grants for Black businesses in Indianapolis that are seeking to purchase commercial property or retain their commercial property through capital improvements.
LISC created this partnership to foster collaboration, provide capacity building to new and existing programs, and strengthen the Latinx small business ecosystem in Indianapolis.
The Indianapolis Small Business CDFI Collaborative is a partnership of four community development financial institutions that focus on commercial or small business lending.
LISC serves small businesses overlooked by traditional financing channels by providing flexible loan options and technical support.
