Microenterprise Program - Microgrants

Geographic Scope: Southeast Indianapolis, IN

Overview:
The Microenterprise Program is dedicated to supporting the growth of small businesses and entrepreneurs in Southeast Indianapolis. Microgrants are one component of comprehensive support provided through this program.

Program Focus

Direct financial support to small business owners and entrepreneurs to help grow and strengthen their businesses.

Areas of Support

Microgrants are provided alongside:

• Individual business consultations and coaching
• Business insurance recommendations
• Skills training for accounting, finance, marketing, and more
• Educational workshops
• Graphic design for logos, business cards, and other marketing collateral

Impact (2023-2025)

• 104 Entrepreneurs supported
• $71,500 Dollars distributed in direct support
• 269+ Services Offered

Eligibility Requirements

• Business owners must meet income qualifications
• Have fewer than five employees
• Be registered with the state of Indiana
• Participate in cohort model and receive SEND services

Contact Information

• Email: send@sendcdc.org
• Phone: (317) 634-5079
• Address: 3230 Southeastern Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203
• Website: sendcdc.org/microenterprise-program

How to Apply

1. Initial Interest: Fill out the intake form on the SEND website
2. Contact SEND directly:
   • Email: send@sendcdc.org
   • Phone: (317) 634-5079
   • Address: 3230 Southeastern Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203
3. Meet with Microenterprise Navigator: Work with program staff to assess eligibility and support needs
4. Participate in cohort model: Engage in the cohort-based technical assistance and business coaching program

Required Materials

• Completion of intake form
• Verification of income qualifications
• Proof of business registration with the state of Indiana
• Documentation of fewer than five employees

Spanish Language Support

• Formulario de Interés – Español (Interest Form in Spanish) available