Women’s Opportunities Resource Center
Posted by Women's Opportunities Resource Center on February 23, 2015
Women’s Opportunities Resource Center (WORC) is actively recruiting Refugees/Asylees between now and the first week of March to provide them with business development assistance and access to business loans (up to $20,000) to start or expand their businesses.
Who qualifies?
- The following statuses as defined by USCIS (to be verified by appropriate documentation): Refugees, Asylees, Cuban and Haitian entrants, victims of a severe form of trafficking, or an Afghan/Iraqi with a special immigrant visa. Women are especially encouraged to apply!
- Must reside in anyone of the following PA counties: Montgomery, Philadelphia, Bucks, Delaware, and Chester counties.
- Must develop a business plan and be willing to work with WORC staff for as needed support. One-on-one technical assistance group classes are provided to those who need assistance.
To apply or learn more, please call Rachelle Martinez, Consultant (Community Loan Officer) at (215) 564-5500 or via email at rmrachellemartinez@gmail.com. Be sure to mention your interest in the “Refugee/Asylee Microloan Initiative”.
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