Community Impact
Our Key Initiatives
BIPOC
Business Expo
The BIPOC Business Expo stands as a cornerstone of our efforts to level the playing field for BIPOC entrepreneurs. This annual event provides a platform for business owners to connect with industry leaders, potential investors, and service providers. Attendees gain access to a wealth of resources including workshops on business planning, marketing, finance, and legal services. Our goal is to equip BIPOC business owners with the tools they need to thrive.
Elevate Hennepin
In partnership with Hennepin County, IFRI-TRYV participates in the Elevate Hennepin program, which focuses on providing business coaching and planning services to budding entrepreneurs. This initiative has been instrumental in offering more than 9,500 hours of technical assistance, helping over 2,300 businesses in Hennepin County lay a strong foundation for their business concepts. To schedule a consultation with us through Elevate Hennepin County, please fill out the intake form
Uniting
Distant Stars
Through our ongoing partnership with Uniting Distant Stars, we are committed to fostering vocational skills and entrepreneurship among young women and men in Liberia. Our annual fundraisers support scholarships that allow underprivileged youth to attend vocational training, thereby building skills that lead to sustainable employment and entrepreneurship opportunities.
IFRI-TRYV
in Liberia
Our efforts extend internationally with programs designed to empower young women in Liberia. These programs focus on vocational training and entrepreneurial development, helping participants step outside their comfort zones and build a prosperous future.
