LEAP
LEAP – Local Entrepreneur Acceleration Program
The Local Entrepreneur Acceleration Program (LEAP) empowers South Carolina’s minority and women entrepreneurs with the tools and resources to grow their businesses.
Over 10 weeks, participants gain expert insights on business planning, financial management, and pitching their ideas.
Since its inception, LEAP has received 535 applications and awarded over $569,000 in seed capital grants to promising entrepreneurs.
Join a network of mentors and peers, refine your business model, and unlock opportunities for funding and growth.
LEAP in Action
Southeast Detail and Pressure Washing LLC
Southeast Detail and Pressure Washing LLC (SEDPW), a family-owned business in Irmo, SC, has provided top-notch pressure washing and cleaning services. In 2023, they secured a $30,000 award through the South Carolina Community Loan Fund’s LEAP program for their exceptional business pitch.
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