Business Training | Mentors | Networking | Micro-loans
Business Training
10 classes of 2.5 hours each
Micro-loans
$500-$2,500 possible
Mentors
Connect with an assigned mentor from the business community
Networking
Network with other entrepreneurs and business owners
Interested? Do you qualify?
Thank you for your interest. You are welcome to apply now for our next class. We expect to begin interviewing soon. In the meantime, you will be added to our distribution list so that you can begin to participate in networking events and receive other useful information.
Who's Eligible
LaunchTAYLOR is open to current small business owners who would benefit from the combination of business and financial resources that LaunchTAYLOR provides. Entrepreneurs with great new business ideas will also be considered. Space is limited.
Requirements:
- Must live, work or prove a direct impact locally
- Ability to supply product or service that can generate profit
- Demonstrate need for financial and business resources
- Be interviewed by selection committee
- Complete business training once a week for 10 weeks
- Develop business plan and budget
- Willingness to meet and/or communicate regularly with assigned business mentor
- Ability to repay micro-loan, in regular installments, within 12-18 months of receipt of loan
Our Mission
We support and develop entrepreneurs and small businesses in under-resourced communities in Taylor, TX, by providing access to business development services, business loans, mentorship and networking opportunities
Next Class
May 27-Aug. 5, 2025
Accepting applications through May 15 2025
Our Story
Launch TAYLOR is part of the LaunchMyCity family of programs, modeled after LAUNCH RALEIGH. We strive to develop successful local entrepreneurs by expanding access to comprehensive business training and financial and business resources.
LaunchTAYLOR is a project of the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce, Temple College and the Greater Taylor Foundation. If you would like to be a part of this program through mentorship, meal or program sponsorship or through micro-grants, please contact Tia Rae Stone at president@taylorchamber.org, Donations are tax-deductible.
Our Partners
Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce
Temple College
Greater Taylor Foundation
