Our Work: Entrepreneurship
We connect aspiring entrepreneurs with capital, mentorship and training to diversify the pipeline of new founders.
We’re on the forefront of a mission that ensures nobody goes without simply because they cannot afford these products.
Why We Support
Diversifying the Pipeline
Access to capital
Through pitch competitions and business incubator programs, we provide access to capital for entrepreneurs to launch their own businesses.
Mentorship
We invest in partnerships and programs that connect young people and innovators with mentorship, coaching, planning and development resources that will help scale and grow their ideas into impactful businesses.
Mobility startups
We support entrepreneurs that use innovative transportation solutions to expand access to essential goods and services.
Through initiatives like HERImpact, we're able to enable the growth of women and minority-owned businesses by providing them with necessary tools and community support.
Ford Community Centers
Our Ford Community Centers around the world bring nonprofits, residents and community leaders together to expand access to essential services, education and economic opportunities.
In Craiova, Romania and Pretoria, South Africa, our centers serve as entrepreneurship hubs. Nonprofit partners provide funding, mentoring and development programs to help local residents design businesses that create jobs and economic growth.
