Questions?
General
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Is the program free? What is the catch?
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Can I do the program if I live outside of the Bay Area?
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Can I do the program multiple times if I have different businesses?
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I don't need an incubator, can I just get funded?
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I want ESO in my city/county/state. Who do I talk to?
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Who are ESO entrepreneurs?
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Is ESO a non-profit?
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Do I have to be Black or Brown to participate?
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Does ESO offer other entrepreneurial services besides the incubator?
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Will there be a ReEntry Incubator for people who do not live in Santa Clara County?
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Why do you focus on Black and Brown entrepreneurs specifically?
Capital in the Community Fund
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How can I access funding?
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If I’ve already received capital from CICF, can I apply for additional funds?
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Can more than one of my businesses receive funding?
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Can I purchase a vehicle with my CICF funding?
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What are the CICF rates?
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Do I need to participate in an ESO business incubator to get access to the Capital in the Community Fund (CICF)? Why?
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Is CICF a loan or a grant?
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Does ESO provide equity investments?
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Are there any business expenses prohibited from being paid by CICF?