75 Sustainability Report 2021 Inclusive Growth | Leveraging Partnerships “ 10,000 Small Businesses was a game changer for me. I was able to take lessons I learned and apply them to my business immediately. This program enabled me to refine my business strategy and position my company for growth.” Unlocking Growth Through 10,000 Small Businesses 10,000 Small Businesses in the US 10,000 Small Businesses is delivered in partnership with community colleges and academic institutions across the US. The program is offered to small business owners in all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico. Since 2010, over 12,350 small business owners have graduated from the business education program, and Goldman Sachs has deployed over $1.6 billion of capital through partnerships with Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFIs). 10,000 Small Businesses helps entrepreneurs grow and create jobs by providing business education, access to capital, and business support services. IMPACT AND REACH TO DATE MARC COLEMAN The Tactile Group, Philadelphia, PA 10,000 Small Businesses Graduate More than 12,350 small business owners served across the US 10,000 Small Businesses alumni represent more than $14B in revenue and 200,000 jobs “To this day, the residual effect of Goldman Sachs’ 10,000 Small Businesses is still present and integrated into our business growth, ultimately allowing us to further innovate in our business.” Over $1.6B lending capital deployed 45% of loans in majority-minority areas and 32% in low- to moderate- income areas Over 37,000 small business loans funded across all 50 states through more than 30 mission-driven lending partners and Community Development Finance Institutions Education Access to Capital BRANDI HARLEAUX South Post Oak Recycling Center, Houston, TX 10,000 Small Businesses Graduate INCLUSIVE GROWTH
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