Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon
4008 NE MLK Jr. Blvd
Portland, OR 97212
Mission
Our mission is to improve economic opportunities for undeserved individuals through empowerment, education and entrepreneurship for the benefit of the greater community. In addition to offering customized financial assistance from matched savings to accessible loan products, we emphasize skills-building in financial management, business planning, marketing and operations.
Type of Organization
- Community Economic Development Organization
- Lending Organization
Locations Served
- Portland, Oregon
Key Programs and Initiatives
- Access to Capital — African American Entrepreneurs
Types of Offerings
- Financing
- Capital
- Entrepreneurial Training
- Workshops
- Matchmaking/networking opportunities
- 1 to 1 business advising
- Mentoring/coaching
- Business incubation
- Accelerator
- Cohort Training Programs
- Certification assistance
- Advisory/Consulting Services
- Supplier/Procurement Support
Program Delivery
- Hybrid (in person/virtual)
Members of the Black Community Served
- Immigrants
- Returning Citizens/Formerly incarcerated
- Women
- Youth
- Veterans
- 65+/Senior Citizens
Locations of Members of the Black Community Served
- Low-income areas
- Low to moderate income areas
- Rural areas
- Suburban areas
- Urban areas
Targeted Entrepreneur Segments
- Business Services
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale & Retail Trade
- Accommodation & Food Services
- Transportation & Logistics
- Media & Publishing
- Health Care & Social Services
- Technology & Software Development
Business Stage
- Stay Up : a business that has determined its market fit, but its product/service has not been validated nor has it achieved sustainability.
Cost of Programs
- $401-$500
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