Empowering entrepreneurs to light up Chicago

“One award-winning social venture, Mona, is creating new opportunities for – and amplifying the stories of – underrepresented entrepreneurs.”

Mona has partnered with mission-driven lenders to provide affordable capital to entrepreneurs across Chicago. All small business owners are eligible. Learn more and apply below.

Chicago Access to Capital Initative

$200,000+ delivered to 20+ entrepreneurs across Chicago so far

Lisa Marsh

founder of Ms. P’s Gluten Free

Regina Trillo

founder of Nemi Snacks

Cera Muchiri

founder of Ecodunia

Jeremy, Kaitlyn & Carole Jones

founders of Sundrip