The Impact of our Programs

MetroAction’s small business loan, small business assistance and business training programs are tailored to meet the specific needs of those individuals who lack access to business resources – women, minorities and those with low-incomes.

Lending Impact:
As of April 1, 2008

$18,500 Average Loan Size
177 Loans Made
$2.59 Million Lent
64% Women Borrowers
53% Low-Income Borrowers
19% Minority Borrowers

Training Impact:
As of April 1, 2008

1,754 Clients Trained
2,137 Hours of Training Provided

MicroGrant Impact:
As of April 1, 2008

20 Grant Awards Made
$10,000 MicroGrant Provided
632 Children Impacted by MicroGrant Program

Success Stories