ASCEND FOUNDATION INC.
non-profit 501(c)3

Our primary goal is to educate and empower disadvantaged women to start and operate their own business. We develop the entrepreneur in them so they can live our motto:

 "Ascend from where you are to where you want to be." non-profit 501(c)3

Our organization was founded upon the following core values:

Integrity - Moral soundness is worth more than money.

Golden Rule - Treat others the way you want to be treated.

Life-long Learning - Learn something new everyday. business development

One-on-One Mentoring                            Business Idea, Product, Service Identification

Start-up Business Essentials                  Business Plan Development

Marketing Research & Strategies       Sales Strategies

Budgeting & Finance                                   Brand Development

Product/Service Pricing                           Workforce Development

Networking                                                       Minority Certification

Relationship Building                                  Positive Reinforcement

18 Years of Age or Older

Income Within or Below the Federal Poverty Guideline

Complete the Enrollment Application & Interview

Commit to the 12-Month Training Program

Have a Business Idea, Product, or Service 

We will begin screening candidates for our first class.

How can I apply to become a candidate for the program?

How can I volunteer as a mentor?

How can I contribute to the foundation?