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Becoming a CDFI provides access to more federal assistance funds for Venture Jobs to strengthen its capacity as a lender and support loan seekers. CDFI status broadens the ways Venture Jobs can further its mission of revitalizing neighborhoods and improving the quality of life by supporting and investing in growing businesses to foster job creation. Learn more at venturejobs.org

This week's local small business spotlight is the Leaf Tea Bar / Happy Earth Tea! Happy Earth Tea was established in 2011 by Niraj Lama and his wife Mary Boland. Niraj hails from Darjeeling, India a region that produces some of world’s finest black teas. They are committed to curating some of the best organic teas found in the world and strongly believe there are many positive benefits associated with drinking tea and would be happy to discuss them with you. Visit their tea shop located at 650 South Ave to pick up a hot cup or visit their website to learn more https://happyearthtea.com/

Jobs are the key to combating poverty and revitalizing neighborhoods. Small businesses and entrepreneurs can generate those jobs but not always on their own. Find out more about how you can help Venture Jobs Foundation give entrepreneurs and small business starters the missing piece they need to succeed at: venturejobs.org

This week's local small business spotlight is Bright Urban Greens! Their mission is to grow fresh healthy greens, year around, for their local residents and restaurants. Learn more about this local company by visiting their facebook page https://www.facebook.com/brighturbangreens/

We are looking forward to next Thursday, February 18th at 12noon for the first FREE Jobs Kitchen Bites virtual event! Check out the program here! Make sure you RSVP today to access the zoom link needed for the event. Register for FREE at venturejobs.org/kitchenbites. Don't miss out on this wonderful program for entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business. This series was created to help support you during the pandemic. https://issuu.com//5c4774e1610e97cf04729539_bcae7a2e-6ecf-

Hear directly from four hometown entrepreneurs making it in Rochester! Each will share how they've raised money, built their businesses, and learned what it takes to turn their dreams into realities. Join us from 12 - 1 PM on Thursday, February 18th and Thursday, February 25th and register today at [LINK]!

In the current financial and pandemic climate, Venture Jobs Foundation is here to support small businesses with the every changing and emerging new state and local financial opportunities. Through our mentor program, we can help you transition, pivot, and remain successful as you navigate through these challenging times. Learn more at venturejobs.org

Join us at 12 noon on Thursday, February 18 and Thursday, February 25 to hear how four local entrepreneurs went from side-hustle to small business right here in Rochester. Each entrepreneur will share their struggles, successes, and insight to help you thrive in your business. Register today at venturejobs.org/kitchenbites

Venture Jobs Foundation in the news: featured with the Marvelous Mind Academy in the Rochester Business Journal in December, 2020. "When COVID hit, thank God I had a relationship with Venture Jobs Foundations through their Jobs Kitchen Accelerator program that I had taken just a couple years before." - Rosa Marie Curtis. Read the full article and learn more about Marvelous Mind Academy at https://rbj.net//local-entrepreneurs-business-rescued-by-/

Registration is now open for the Jobs Kitchen Lunch Bites Virtual Series! This two-part virtual experience is available to anyone in Rochester eager to start or improve their business. Join us for real advice and real conversations at a time when it’s needed more than ever. Learn more at venturejobs.org/kitchenbites and register today!