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supporting small businesses since 2009

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We respond to poverty by empowering economically, socially and physically challenged individuals to increase self-sufficiency and build personal and business assets.

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We invite you to join MERIT's programs, where you will find all your business needs in one place. We are here to help you with financial education, business development, technical assistance, local resources and more.

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Monthly testimonials

Blanca Beltran

MERIT Training Graduate+ IDA client

" I'm grateful that an organization like MERIT exists because they have empowered me and helped me feel comfortable and confident about launching my business. "

Norma Amado

Owner of Green Inspiration Landscaping LLC, &

MERIT Training Graduate

"As a rural micro business, I was able to access capital through the IDA, and rural loan program- something that I did not find anywhere else. I'm grateful to have an organization like MERIT"

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