Entrepreneurship
Without an Address.
A platform for policy change to permit business registration, prevent startup capital, higher education barriers, and reduce employment and income inequality.
The Problem
Homeless entrepreneurs face legal, financial, and bureaucratic barriers that block paths to opportunity.
$80,000+
The highest average cost of living in high barrier regions
$13,000
Average 9-month education program cost for business entrepreneurs
$30,000+
Median startup capital for new businesses in the United States
Breaking Barriers To Business
Ownership.
Empowering homeless entrepreneurs with the essentials: funding, and support they need to succeed.
Start a business with no Address
Learn how to register a business without a permanent address, and use alternatives like virtual mailboxes and PO boxes.
Access Microloans and Grants
Find financial support designed specifically for homeless entrepreneurs and small business owners with limited resources.
Learn from Experts
Get business mentorship and guidance from experienced entrepreneurs who understand the unique challenges you face.
Resources
What are the biggest challenges homeless entrepreneurs face when starting a business?
Do I need a business bank account, and how can I get one without a permanent address?
How can I start a business with little to no money?
The Legal Aid Society
Helps homeless individuals secure legal protection, benefits, and business registration assistance.
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City Bar Justice Center
Provides legal aid to address barriers preventing homeless individuals from starting businesses.
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VOLS Microenterprise Project
Offers free legal help for low-income entrepreneurs to navigate business registration and contracts.
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Kiva
Provides 0% interest microloans for entrepreneurs who lack access to traditional bank loans.
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Harlem Entrepreneurial Fund
The Harlem Entrepreneurial Fund (HEF) supports minority and women-owned businesses in NYC with affordable loans and technical assistance.
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Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce
Brooklyn Alliance Capital provides micro-loans and financing up to $50,000 to support minority, immigrant, and low-income entrepreneurs.
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Start Small Think Big
Start Small Think Big is a nonprofit that helps under-resourced entrepreneurs grow their businesses by offering free legal, financial, and marketing support.
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Rising Tide Capital
Rising Tide Capital empowers underserved entrepreneurs through comprehensive business education and personalized support, helping them grow and scale their ventures.
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Homeless Entrepreneur
Homeless Entrepreneur is a nonprofit that supports individuals experiencing homelessness by offering resources for employment and entrepreneurship.
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SCORE Business Mentoring
SCORE, a resource partner of the SBA, offers free business mentoring to help small businesses succeed.
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Street Vendor Project
The Street Vendor Project is a New York City-based organization that advocates for street vendors' rights and provides legal and business support.
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National Coalition for the Homeless
The National Coalition for the Homeless (NCH) is dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness through advocacy, resources, and policy work.
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