WESST CAP-Ability Project

Small and micro businesses play a pivotal role in New Mexico’s local economy. They create jobs, spur innovation, and foster vibrant communities. However, many aspiring entrepreneurs – particularly those from historically marginalized backgrounds and cultures – often lack the essential tools and knowledge to overcome obstacles and transform their ideas into reality.

With your support, the WESST CAP-Ability Project will provide comprehensive financial and business capacity-building services, access to capital and networks that will help historically marginalized entrepreneurs connect to a larger community of supportive resources.

The WESST CAP-Ability Project services include one-on-one consultations and trainings covering a wide variety of topics focused on supporting small business growth and development. All project activities are developed considering the unique needs of historically marginalized entrepreneurs, including women, BIPOC, immigrants, and low-wealth New Mexicans. The CAP-Ability Project is focused on helping our clients ultimately access small business capital to further develop their businesses and create a positive ripple effect in our state’s economy.

By 2027, our goal is to serve over 1,000 entrepreneurs and help them access over $10 million in small business capital.

We are excited and prepared to continue this important work, but the WESST CAP-Ability Project will not be possible without your support. For every $1 you contribute, WESST can access $10 in federal funds from MBDA. We need your help to raise $50,000 to continue the WESST CAP-Ability Project through 2024.

Thank you for supporting this important work!