CA - vermont-slauson LDC INC (LOS angeles)

This federal Cooperative Agreement award of $150,000 was provided by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) under the Women's Business Ownership Assistance program (CFDA 59.043). The awardee, Vermont-Slauson LDC Inc., is a non-profit community development corporation based in Los Angeles, California that focuses on community economic development, entrepreneurial support, and financial services for underserved populations, particularly women, minorities, and low-to-moderate income microentrepreneurs.

The grant funding will support Vermont-Slauson LDC Inc. in providing comprehensive business development services, including training, counseling, technical assistance, and targeted financial support to women-owned small businesses and entrepreneurs in South Los Angeles. This aligns with the program's objective to remove discriminatory barriers and foster the growth of women-owned enterprises. The performance period for this Cooperative Agreement is 12 months, from June 1, 2025 to May 31, 2026.