Since launching last year, Kiva Baltimore has supported local entrepreneurs by lending more than $100,000 in crowdfunded, interest-free loans.
We are thrilled to support local businesses through the collective power of their communities and the Baltimore Corps network! Our passion is in helping build a supportive ecosystem around emerging Baltimore entrenuers by connecting them to equitable lending, business deveopment support, local resources and meaningful relationships. We're excited to jump-start our second year with our annual Kiva Baltimore Pitch Competition! The Pitch Competition will take place Thursday, February 20, 2020 from 6pm - 8pm at TouchPoint Mondawmin.
The Pitch Competition will feature local business owners competing for up to $500, a panel of judges, and guest speakers.
Competitors:
Devante R.R. Jones + Dexter Carr Jr. for G-HAVEN E-Sports
Lashauna Jones for Sporty Dog Creations
Chi Yan for Walt’s Original Waffle Buns
Malaika Cooper forDreadz N Headz
Judges:
Shawn Gunarante, BDC
Mckeever "Mac" Conwell II, TEDCO
Dea Lott, Che Yoga
Stephanie Geller, Trustee - Community Wealth Builders
Guest Speakers:
Jim Peterson, Small Business Resource Center
John Brothers, T. Rowe Price Foundation
Small bites and drinks will be available😋
Much gratitude to our sponsors:
Small Business Resource Center
Their contribution helped make Kiva Baltimore's Pitch Competition a reality.
What is Kiva?
Kiva is a nonprofit that underwrites zero-percent-interest, zero-fee loans up to $10,000 by connecting everyday investors, lending as little as $25, with entrepreneurs in our own communities. As Kiva's operating partner locally, Baltimore Corps helps guide business owners through the Kiva loan process and connect entrepreneurs to opportunities available within our network. Learn more about Kiva Baltimore at http://baltimorecorps.org/kiva.
Our pitch competitors will be fundraising on Kiva.org and welcome any and all contributions!
Stay tuned to hear more about our competitors.