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Miami Bayside Foundation
MBF is a nonprofit organization designed to advance economic development in the City of Miami through the support of minority businesses and education.
MBF seeks to do this through the creation and administration of loan programs for minority businesses, through the creation of programs and educational scholarships for minorities, and by providing technical assistance to local organizations engaged in economic development.
Loans
The primary mission of The MBF is to provide easier access to funds for minority entrepreneurs. The Foundation offers and administers a loan program that provides loans to minority businesses in the City of Miami.
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Education
In addition to its loan program for minority businesses, TheMBF encourages minority entrepreneurship by providing assistance to educational institutions.
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Programs
In addition to its loan program, the MBF provides valuable business tools and resources such as counseling and training in business development and management and other related services, through partnerships with local community organizations engaged in economic development.
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MBF Partners with Marquis Bank to Help Local Businesses Develop Their Marketing Strategies
Sponsored by Marquis Bank Overtown, Fla. – On September 28, 2018, Miami Bayside Foundation (MBF) along with Marquis Bank hosted an in-depth Marketing seminar for local small business owners. The one-day event, hosted by the YWCA and led by Orlando Espinosa, co-founder of Emineo Media, focused on “Defining Your ...read more →
MBF & FIU Partner to Create Internship Opportunities for Youth in Overtown
Media Contact: Alison Grewe MBF (305) 379-7070 Ext. 205 Miami, FL (August 23, 2018) – In September 2011, FIU and the Miami-Dade County Public Schools established The Education Effect, a university supported community school partnership, to improve educational outcomes in schools across the county. This summer, Miami Bayside Foundation (MBF) ...read more →
Midas Companies Acquires Jennings Engineering
Media Contact: Alison Grewe MBF (305) 379-7070 Ext. 205 Miami, FL (June 8, 2018) – “Never turn down an opportunity as you never truly know where it might lead.” Sound advice for future entrepreneurs from Kevin Jennings, owner and operator of Jennings Engineering. Advice Jennings himself has followed throughout ...read more →
MBF Board Member Rolando Aedo Loves Miami, And That’s What Makes Him Perfect For His Job
Media Contact: Alison Grewe MBF (305) 379-7070 Ext. 205 Miami, FL (June 8, 2018) – Being a booster for the town he loves comes naturally to the COO of the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau. Click here to read the full article.
Meet Ricky Brantley of Viking Defense Inc. Security Agency
Media Contact: Alison Grewe MBF (305) 379-7070 Ext. 205 Miami Bayside Foundation’s loan recipient Viking Defense, Inc. Security Agency is showcased in the most recent edition of VoyageMIA. Read the full article here.
MBF #smallbiztips: ChallengeHER works specifically with Women-Owned Small Businesses to assist in leveraging federal awards, learning the federal procurement process, and connecting with the right people. Register for this event by going to https://t.co/E3ZVpuBskw.
Congratulations to MBF #loanrecipient @vistamiami for having their Red Snapper With Mango Chutney recipe featured on @wsvn. Visit https://t.co/JABch6QuoE for the recipe.
If you're interested in doing business with M-DCPS, attend their Vendor Development Event, where they will assist your firm in navigating the procurement system on Thursday, October 18, 2018, at Coral Park from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Register by emailing proevents @dadeschools.net. https://t.co/yLxG9unnqd
MBF #SmallBizTips: Consumers start their holiday shopping earlier than they used to. Take the time now to get your shop, website, and staff ready for holiday shoppers. https://t.co/xqTxpq7nxT
MBF's Small Business Training for Fall 2018 started on Tuesday! Students learned to market their businesses from @OrlandoinMiami. Thank you to our sponsors @magiccitydist, @MiamiandBeaches, @LHCCmiami, and @CityofMiami. Go to https://t.co/EQyjb5JxnW to learn more. https://t.co/vGA2c85gti
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Miami Bayside Foundation is a registered charity with the state of Florida, registration number – CH36130. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the division of consumer services by calling toll-free within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state.
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