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Social Enterprise from the eyes of our Program Director Jonathan Coleman

The first 5 years of my career were spent working for an international non-profit, operating very much from the traditional charity mindset. The organization raised funds from wealthy Americans to […]

‘Great Social Enterprise Pitch’ aims to nurture startups focused on the greater good

LNP details our first Great Social Enterprise Pitch, helping to introduce it to the community. To view the post, in its original format, on LNP, click here. Got an idea […]

On the Radio!

We hoped you tuned in on WITF Smart Talk Radio to listen to our Program Director Jonathan Coleman and VP of Program and Initiatives at the Lancaster County Community Foundation […]

Smart Talk: Corbett from Rome after meeting Pope; Social enterprise project

Originally posted by WITF, letting listeners know what to look for an upcoming episode of Smart Talk. View the original post and listen to the program, featuring ASSETS, here. Pennsylvania Governor […]

Social Enterprise from the eyes of our Executive Director Jessica King

There is a two-fold way of looking at social enterprise that really motivates me. One is the reality that the systems and structures that exist aren’t up to the tasks […]

ASSETS Lancaster Disburses Microloans to Introductory Lending Circle

Lancaster, PA. ASSETS Lancaster is proud to announce the official launch and loan disbursement of its first Lending Circle, as part of the newly developed PRECAPS Microloan Program. The PRECAPS program […]

ASSETS Lancaster to make 1st microloans Friday

LNP announces ASSETS first set of microloan awards. To view the article, in its original post, click here. ASSETS Lancaster will award loans to its first group of eight entrepreneurs […]

Startup Weekend Lancaster

ASSETS Lancaster is Glad to Sponsor! Startup Weekend Lancaster is a grassroots movement of active and empowered Central Pennsylvania entrepreneurs who are learning the basics of founding startups and […]

New loan program for Lancaster-area small businesses

Central Penn Business Journal details our new micro loan program, which helps small, local businesses. To view this post, in it’s original format, click here. Assets Lancaster, a nonprofit economic development […]

ASSETS Microloan Program Launches!

We are pleased to announce the launch of our PRECAPS Microloan Program! This new ASSETS initiative provides microloans (up to $3,600) for entrepreneurs and connects them with networks of peers […]

Judy Wicks Coming to Lancaster December 6

A small number of people will be selected to have a private meeting with Judy at 4 PM before her 5 PM talk. If you’re interested in talking with her […]

New businesses must tackle special challenges in first year

LNP shares some of the stories of businesses that ASSETS has helped and backed. To view this article, in its original format, click here. For six years, Daniel Cubilete spent his “off” hours […]

Program Director

ASSETS is pleased to announce the hire of Jonathan Coleman as Program Director. In this role, Jonathan will revise and implement ASSETS’ training and mentoring programs for aspiring entrepreneurs, while […]

Moving our Office!

We have moved our office to Southern Market – first floor at 100 S. Queen St. On Tuesday September 10, our phones may be down for a few hours as […]

20th Anniversary Gala Today!

ASSETS’ 20th Anniversary Gala will be held this evening at Tellus360, 24 E. King St. Limited tickets are available at the door for $40. VIP dinner at 5:30 is sold […]

ASSETS Farm to Table Dinner Today!

The ASSET Farm to Table Dinner as part of our 20th Anniversary events will be held today, July 27, 2013, rain or shine at Habecker Mennonite Church, 451 Habecker Church […]

Malave Daycare

Marisol Malave was born in Puerto Rico and moved to the United States with her husband and four children – now teenagers. On arriving in the U.S. her husband filed […]

Hope International

One of the finest international microenterprise development organizations is right here in Lancaster – Hope International. Check out their director’s recent blog post which mentions ASSETS.

Social Enterprise Launches!

Social Enterprise Plans to Light a Candle, Change a Life B.I.R.D. Ministries (Beginning in the Right Direction) has been shining a light on the challenges faced by women who are […]

Microgranting/giving circles

I learned more about microgranting this week – through talking with folks at Awesome Pgh. A group of 10 ‘trustees’ gives $100 per month and collectively decides who to give […]