Kiva Greater Milwaukee
Milwaukee: The Good Land
Milwaukee is a diverse city of great opportunity and culture. But for many Milwaukee entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own business, options for accessing capital are limited. They are among the vast number of financially excluded individuals in the U.S. who are stuck in low-wage jobs and unable to launch or grow their businesses. The region needs more capital to create new opportunities for entrepreneurs.
Kiva Greater Milwaukee provides 0% interest capital to local small businesses. Through direct lending on Kiva, supporters of Greater Milwaukee entrepreneurs can help local communities shape their future and achieve economic mobility. Check out the video to learn more and lend locally to help fund an entrepreneur near you.
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And we love supporting its food entrepreneurs! Below are some examples of food-oriented entrepreneurs we've supported in the past:
Trueman | Funky Fresh Spring Rolls
Funky Fresh Spring Rolls are unique flavored, hand rolled spring rolls made with fresh and local ingredients. When sold hot they are grilled, NEVER deep fried, to give you a healthier option to a traditionally "greasy" favorite. They sell their Funky Fresh goodness at farmers markets, sporting events, and festivals. They also cater to office parties and family events. Learn more here.
Monica | Sauce & Spice
Sauce & Spice is a family-owned pizza business that is sure to add a little spice and a dab of sauce to your life! Sauce & Spice offers an assortment of personalized, thin crust pizzas with flavors for everyone. Just like its owner, the space offers level-10 energy and a walth of community appreciation! With support from Palermo's owner Giacomo Fallucca, this new restaurant is backed by a history of pizza making excellence. Learn more here.
Hyacinth | Robin's Nest Cakery
Robin's Nest Cakery is located in historic downtown Kenosha near the lakefront. They have a great selection of cakes and cupcakes of different flavors and specialize in all kinds of custom cakes, wedding cakes and cupcakes. Robin's $10,000 loan helped her expand her growing cake business. Through this Kiva loan, Robin's Nest Cakery was able to move to a new location to offer more services to their growing clientele. Learn more here.
Support for Kiva Greater Milwaukee
We could not positively impact the lives of dozens of local small business owners without the assistance of our trustee and partner network. Our Greater Milwaukee network is listed below.
In Loving Memory George Mosher, a Loyal Kiva Lender
GEORGE MOSHER PICTURED WITH HIS WIFE JULIE MOSHER (PHOTO: PAUL GAERTNER)
Want to talk to a human? Contact WWBIC!
(414) 220-0177
Support for Kiva Greater Milwaukee
We could not positively impact the lives of dozens of local small business owners without the assistance of our trustee and partner network. Our Greater Milwaukee network is listed below.
In Loving Memory George Mosher, a Loyal Kiva Lender
GEORGE MOSHER PICTURED WITH HIS WIFE JULIE MOSHER (PHOTO: PAUL GAERTNER)
Want to talk to a human? Contact WWBIC!
(414) 220-0177