Microbusiness and Asset Development Program – Catholic Charities of Omaha
About
The Microbusiness and Asset Development Program offers a wide range of services tailored to help entrepreneurs and small business owners. Catholic Charities offers microloans up to $10,000, technical assistance, continuous learning, and networking. In addition, Catholic Charities provides business consulting that covers assistance registering the business entities, obtaining EIN, permits and licenses with the city and any other agency.
The Microbusiness Training Program consists of 16 classes over 8 weeks. Daytime and evening classes are offered at least 4 times a year in both Spanish and English. Coursework includes: Creating Business and Marketing Plans, Financial Projections, Branding and Messaging, Target Markets, Taxes/Accounting, Insurance, and Human Resources.
The Cleaning Academy consists of 8 classes over 8 weeks. Classes are offered in both English and Spanish throughout the year. Coursework includes: Best Practices and Industry Standards; Health and Safety Regulations; Floor and Carpet Cleaning; Chemical Labels, Safety and Exposure; Bathroom Maintenance; and more.
Financial Education Classes consist of 9 classes over 9 weeks. Coursework includes: Budgeting, SMART Goals, Debt Management, Credit Scores, Cash Flow, Banking and Savings, Predatory Lending, and Insurance.
Basic Computer Classes consist of 6 classes over 6 weeks. Coursework includes: Functions of a Computer, Microsoft Office, Web Browsing/Internet, Outlook, Social Media, and QuickBooks.
Classes are currently being offered virtually.
Services Provided
Public Policy and Government Relations
- African-American Business
- Latino Business (Specialty)
- Small Business Policy (Specialty)
- Women’s Business Issues
- Nebraska Business Issues (Specialty)
- Native-American Business
Business Planning
- Forming a Business (Specialty)
- Market Plan Development (Specialty)
- Business Plan Consulting, Development and Review (Specialty)
- Demographic/Census Data
Management Issues
- Professional / Leadership Development
Financial Resources and Assistance
- Bookkeeping/Accounting Software Training
- Loan Providers (Specialty)
- Budget, Financial Statement and Cash Flow Training (Specialty)
Legal Services
- Forming a Business (Specialty)
- Patent, Trademark & Copyright Information
Marketing/Sales
- Website Development
- Market Plan Development and Training (Specialty)
- Market Research
- Competitive Analysis
- E-Commerce/Internet Marketing
Networking Organizations
- Demographically Based
- Geographically Based
- Industry Specific
- Small Business/General (Specialty)
Selling to the Government and Large Corporations
- Subcontracting Opportunities
- Obtaining Certification (Specialty)
- Registration Assistance
Regulatory Compliance
- Government Requirements (Specialty)
- Registration, licenses and permits (Specialty)
- Patent Information
- Trademark and Copyright Information
Tax Services
- Tax Registration (Specialty)
- Tax Preparation Assistance
Technical Assistance
- Website Development
- Bookkeeping/Accounting Software Training (Specialty)
Training
- E-Commerce/Internet Marketing
- Human Resources Training
- Business Management Training (Specialty)
- Health and Safety Training
- Marketing Plan Development and Training (Specialty)
- Startup Classes (Specialty)
- Bookkeeping/Accounting Software Training (Specialty)
- Business Plan Training and Assistance (Specialty)
- Budget, Financial Statements and Cash Flow Training (Specialty)
Product Development
- Patent Information
Nonprofit Development
- Technical Services
- Strategic Planning
Starting a Business
- Business Research Resources
- Registration, Licenses and Permits (Specialty)
- Site Location
- Forming a Business (Specialty)
- Startup Business Counseling
- Startup Classes (Specialty)
Mentoring/Coaching/Counseling/Consulting
- One-on-One Counseling (Specialty)
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