2025–26 · City-wide
Funding for entrepreneurs aged 50 and over
The resident asks for funding to assist entrepreneurs and business owners aged 50 and older, who are often left out of funding because of ageism.
English title and summary written with AI from the resident's text.
The resident's idea, as submitted
The idea
Funding to assist 50 year old and over entrepreneurs and business owners in the city
Who it helps and why
Supports elder entrepreneurs who often are left out of funding opportunities due to ageism and youth centered culture
Details
- Cycle
- 2025–26
- Submitted
- July 31, 2025
- Neighborhood
- City-wide
- Portal category
- Economy & Workers
- How it was submitted
- Community partner workshop
- Partner organization
- Union Capital Boston
- Submission language
- English
Themes grouped with AI from resident idea text.
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