Programs
Every year we carry out a series of programs for small businesses and entrepreneurs.
Neighborhood Prosperity Initiative
Launched in January 2012, the Neighborhood Prosperity Initiative (NPI) provides undergraduate students of Santa Clara University with the opportunity to contribute to and learn from businesses, individuals, and organizations in low-income neighborhoods in Santa Clara County on issues of economic prosperity.
Through the NPI, students have the opportunity to:
- Work as consultants helping a small business owner from a local underserved community.
- Gain real-world experience in all aspects of business.
- Collaborate with fellow SCU students on teams.
- Form relationships with incredible, inspiring people.
- Experience entrepreneurship from a new perspective.
Interview with Ale Arce in the program “Despierta Area de la Bahía”, on Univision channel
Latina Emprendedora
Latina Emprendedora came to light after Yacanex noticed that he was hearing the same questions over and over again. As the son of a hard-working business owner, he knew how difficult it was for Latinas in our community to find the time and resources to open their own businesses, or know how to take their businesses to the next level. This is where Latina Emprendedora was born.
The objective of this event, held in collaboration with Yacanex Community, and always has been, to empower and motivate Latinas in our community. We do this by holding this event in Spanish, in 1 day, and completely free.
Emprendete
Emprendete is an annual event, held by Yacanex Community, which has been highly successful in supporting Latino entrepreneurs on their path to success, since its launch in San José in 2019.
Supported by key organizations such as the Department of Economic Support, Empréndete offers free workshops entirely in Spanish, to teach participants about crucial laws and regulations for business.
