Programs
USHCC programs and partnerships provide the tools, resources and opportunities to grow the Hispanic and small business community.
The USHCC Educational Fund is dedicated to accelerating the organization’s vision of economic prosperity through capacity building with impact-driven initiatives, education, research, and strategic partnerships to unleash the potential of Hispanic and small businesses and foster a thriving workforce, strengthening local economies.
Accelerating U.S.–Hispanic Economic Growth
In Her Footsteps
Elevating Latina leadership
Program Details
In Her Footsteps is an initiative celebrating Latina leadership through powerful stories of triumph, inspiration, and resilience. The series spotlights Latina thought leaders sharing lessons learned in business, and their journeys navigating access to capital, balancing family and entrepreneurship, as well as mindset strategies.
To gain valuable first-hand insights and resources from entrepreneurs and executives across all sectors, please watch the series here!
Launched in 2018 with support from Bank of America, the initiative began as a podcast featuring Latina executives that has since evolved into a digital series.
USHCC Green Builds Business
Greening the supply chain program with USHCC members
Program Details
The USHCC Green Builds Business initiative seeks to offer small and Hispanic businesses to become green suppliers and transform the supply chain with proven best practices.
Currently our Green Builds Business framework is delivered at our Energy Summit under the Educational Fund session track where attendees hear from sustainability leaders including Toyota on varying GBB topics that include strategies to reduce environmental impacts, aligning with corporate sustainability standards, and integrating practical solutions into their business operations.
Launched with the support of Toyota—a committed leader in greening the supply chain in-house and beyond.
USHCC Chamber Community Grants Program
Supporting small businesses through our local chambers
Program Details
This Chamber driven program partners with funding partners committed to supporting the small business ecosystem with targeted investments for local USHCC chamber members. Each year, in partnership with corporate and philanthropic partner(s), USHCC deploys grants at various funding levels to strengthen small businesses across regions through our USHCC chamber network. These grants vary in terms of purpose ranging from empowering Latina entrepreneurs to supporting USHCC member chambers on their technical assistance programming. USHCC works with Chamber members aligned with our funder’s grant requirements including geographic footprint.
For funders interested in learning how to support this program, please reach out to Evelyn at ebarahona@ushcc.com.
Supplier Marketplace
USHCC Business Matchmaking represent hundreds of million dollars of business procurement opportunities
Program Details
Our Business Matchmaking program is a unique forum that takes place at USHCC signature events: National Conference, Legislative Summit, and Energy Summit. Procurement representatives from our Corporate Partner Members, Fortune 500 companies and federal agencies have an opportunity to meet with Hispanic suppliers from USHCC’s Hispanic Business Enterprise membership. These Business Matchmaking sessions with buyers and Hispanic suppliers represent hundreds of million dollars of business procurement opportunities.
Matchmaking sessions last around 15 minutes, with an opportunity for Hispanic suppliers to pre-register using the North American Industry Classification System (NAICs) codes, or business categories, and highlight their business capability statement and certifications. Matchmaking is offered virtually for Hispanic Business Enterprises that can’t attend in person and want to connect with a corporate or agency buyer. This program is part USHCC’s top three priorities in increasing the flow of capital opportunities to Hispanic entrepreneurs in partnership with committed supplier diversity initiatives.
USHCC and Educational Fund Partner Programs & Initiatives for USHCC Members
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Avanzar Accelerator Program
Advancing Hispanic businesses to the next level
Program Details
Taking small businesses to the next level
Avanzar (to advance) is a dynamic 6–8-month accelerator to help small and Hispanic-owned businesses under $1 million scale strategically. Participants access expert-led workshops, tailored tools, and resources to strengthen operations, and promote capital readiness.
This program is delivered in partnership with local Hispanic Chambers with businesses applying at each participating region. Currently, this program is not accepting new applications.
Avanzar has supported over 400 businesses nationwide thanks to supporters like Wells Fargo, USAA and Philip Morris International. If you are a funder and want to learn how to support this program, please reach out to Evelyn at ebarahona@ushcc.com
USHCC Avanzando Suppliers with Blue Wave
Preparing small business suppliers for competitive contracts
Program Details
This virtual cohort-based program is designed to support small and Hispanic-owned businesses to successfully compete for enterprise and global contract opportunities. Participants develop tools and knowledge to meet complex procurement standards with assessments, coaching, and graduating with a portfolio of compliance policies for their company. Sessions are thoughtfully organized into seven pillars aligned with key international compliance standards such as Environmental Social Governance (ESG), and cybersecurity.
Note: Applications are currently closed. Follow our newsletter for updates on the next cohort to apply.