MORTAR provides a 15-week entrepreneurship academy designed to empower diverse and historically marginalized entrepreneurs with the resources, tools, and mentorship necessary to start and grow successful businesses. They focus on building community ownership and pride, ultimately transforming neighborhoods through entrepreneurship.
2014
47-2431620
$4.414 million
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.

A 15-week course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn business fundamentals.

Continued mentorship and support for graduates for 18 months post-academy.

Inspiring stories of MORTAR graduates who have launched successful businesses.
Support After Academy
MORTAR provides a minimum of 18 months of additional support post-graduation for alumni.
Diverse Cohort
76% of MORTAR participants identify as African American, highlighting the organization's commitment to diversity.
Job Creation
The entrepreneurs supported by MORTAR launch businesses that aim to create jobs and circulate dollars locally.
2024-10-12
Celebration of MORTAR's 10th anniversary, reflecting on achievements.
2024-10-12
A community block party celebrating MORTAR's impact with food, music, and activities.
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A 15-week course helping entrepreneurs build businesses and navigate challenges.
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Ongoing support for graduates with mentoring and resources for business growth.
Learn More"Mortar helped me actualize my business and bring my ideas to life in a scalable way."

Diamyn Rembert
Alumni
"MORTAR provided a wealth of knowledge and resources to refine my business and make my dreams of becoming an entrepreneur a reality."

Cameo Stewart
Alumni
Overall Score
65
62
/100
Program Expense Ratio
64.98%
6
/20
Program Revenue Growth
18.75%
18
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.02601
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
2.936
16
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 1.617M | 75.65% |
| Program Services | 506.4K | 23.69% |
| Investment Income | 14.06K | 0.66% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Revenue | 2.138M | 100.00% |