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NYPACE Welcomes New Board Members from Corporate Powerhouses to Strengthen Economic Opportunity for NYC Entrepreneurs
New York City nonprofit NYPACE announces the appointment of three new Board of Directors and two new Associate Board Members, strengthening its ..
5 Dec 2025
Celebrating a Milestone Moment in Our Partnership with PayPal
This year, PayPal significantly increased its programmatic investment with NYPACE, bringing their total grant support to over $100,000 in 2025. This support powered NYPACE’s Fall 2025 Cohort, the largest cohort of the year, culminating in the graduation of 16 entrepreneurs on December 10.
10 Dec 2025
Midway Momentum: Driving Our Strategic Plan Forward
As we step into the second half of our three-year strategic plan, we are excited to see our progress and redouble our efforts to deepen our impact and broaden our reach across New York City’s vibrant entrepreneurial landscape.
9 Jul 2025
Announcing the NYPACE 2025 Impact Report: What Success Looks Like
At NYPACE, we believe that equitable access to business expertise has the power to transform not just growth-ready enterprises, but entire communities. As we reflect on the past year, we are filled with immense gratitude
27 Mar 2026
Midway Momentum: Driving Our Strategic Plan Forward
As we step into the second half of our three-year strategic plan, we are excited to see our progress and redouble our efforts to deepen our impact and broaden our reach across New York City’s vibrant entrepreneurial landscape.
9 Jul 2025
2024 Impact Report Highlighting Progress, Partnerships, and Entrepreneur Success
NYPACE, a leading organization dedicated to empowering under-resourced entrepreneurs, is proud to announce the release of its 2024 Impact Report. …
24 Mar 2025
Unlocking Opportunities: NYPACE 2023 Impact Report Unveiled
NYPACE releases 2023 Impact Report, a testament to our relentless pursuit of fostering entrepreneurship and community development.
29 Mar 2024
Empowering Entrepreneurs: NYPACE Welcomes New Partners in 2024
We are thrilled to kick off 2024 by welcoming three new funding partners to the NYPACE family. These partnerships mark a significant…
8 Apr 2024
Why Volunteer With NYPACE?
Come join NYPACE’s Volunteer Advisor program for a rewarding, hands-on opportunity to better the community and change someone’s business trajectory.
1 Sep 2022
NYPACE Success Stories
Precious L. Williams: From Star Speaker to Operational Expert
is truly a force of nature. As a 13-time national elevator pitch champion and a Shark Tank alum, the Founder of Perfect Pitches by Precious knows exactly how to take a sales pitch from unfocused to undeniable. Her advisors describe her as pure joy…
24 Mar 2026
Dr. Bernardo Flores: From Educator to Seven Figure CEO
Anyone who meets Dr. Bernardo Flores immediately feels his gregarious energy and genuine passion for connecting with others. After a lifelong career in education, Dr. Flores decided to elevate his path in 2019 by launching Quality Wet Paint, LLC….
24 Mar 2026
Shenna Vaughn & William Bentley: From Artists to Change Agents
Vaughn Bentley Creative was founded by NYC-born artists Shenna Vaughn and William Bentley, who came together to build a creative agency grounded in excellence and community impact. Formally established as a business partnership, the agency was designed to….
24 Mar 2026
Featured Media & Press
New Yorker of the Week: Arnav Mody (Spectrum News NY1)
It can be difficult for entrepreneurs to get their businesses cooking. They have to blend passion with strategy. That’s where New York Professional Advisors for Community Entrepreneurs, or NYPACE, comes in. The nonprofit connects people with business acumen to start-ups in underserved communities.
27 Jan 2025
Meet Melissa Gallardo, Founder and CEO of Bonita Fierce Candles
Melissa Gallardo, The Founder & CEO of Bonita Fierce Candles, has made an impact not only in the retail community but in her culture. Her brand, Bonita Fierce Candles was one of the first Latina‐owned candle brands to launch at big retailers such as Nordstrom Rack.
27 Oct 2025
How a Data Scientist is Bringing Philly Flavor to Brooklyn with Filly Luv
Filly Luv has redefined comfort food with recipes of exciting, bold flavors possessing modern energy, creating a community hot spot. Located in Brooklyn, New York, owner Deja Bond has turned her childhood dream
2 Nov 2025
How Wall Street Is Boosting Main Street, One Spreadsheet At A Time
When the mentors from NYPACE first met Maechi Aharanwa in 2023, she was drowning in fast success.A Julliard-trained actor, she had started Pin Me 1913 during the pandemic….
31 Dec 2025
NYPACE Blog
2024 Impact Report Highlighting Progress, Partnerships, and Entrepreneur Success
24 Mar 2025
NYPACE, a leading organization dedicated to empowering under-resourced entrepreneurs, is proud to announce the release of its 2024 Impact Report. This report marks the first year of progress under …
Celebrating a Milestone Moment in Our Partnership with PayPal
December 10, 2025
This year, PayPal significantly increased its programmatic investment with NYPACE, bringing their total grant support to over $100,000 in 2025. This support powered NYPACE’s Fall 2025 ..
Midway Momentum: Driving Our Strategic Plan Forward
9 Jul 2025
As we step into the second half of our three-year strategic plan, we are excited to see our progress and redouble our efforts to deepen our impact and broaden our reach across New York City’s vibrant entrepreneurial landscape.
Announcing the NYPACE 2025 Impact Report: What Success Looks Like
27 Mar 2026
At NYPACE, we believe that equitable access to business expertise has the power to transform not just growth-ready enterprises, but entire communities.
Success Stories
Precious L. Williams: From Star Speaker to Operational Expert
24 Mar 2026
is truly a force of nature. As a 13-time national elevator pitch champion and a Shark Tank alum, the Founder of Perfect Pitches by Precious knows exactly how to take a sales pitch from unfocused to undeniable. Her advisors describe her as pure joy…
Dr. Bernardo Flores: From Educator to Seven Figure CEO
24 Mar 2026
Anyone who meets Dr. Bernardo Flores immediately feels his gregarious energy and genuine passion for connecting with others. After a lifelong career in education, Dr. Flores decided to elevate his path in 2019 by launching Quality Wet Paint, LLC….
Shenna Vaughn & William Bentley: From Artists to Change Agents
24 Mar 2026
Vaughn Bentley Creative was founded by NYC-born artists Shenna Vaughn and William Bentley, who came together to build a creative agency grounded in excellence and community impact. Formally established as a business partnership, the agency was designed to….
Featured Media & Press
New Yorker of the Week: Arnav Mody (Spectrum News NY1)
27 Jan 2025
It can be difficult for entrepreneurs to get their businesses cooking. They have to blend passion with strategy. That’s where New York Professional Advisors for Community Entrepreneurs, or NYPACE, comes in. The nonprofit connects people with business acumen to start-ups in underserved communities.
Meet Melissa Gallardo, Founder and CEO of Bonita Fierce Candles
27 Oct 2025
Melissa Gallardo, The Founder & CEO of Bonita Fierce Candles, has made an impact not only in the retail community but in her culture. Her brand, Bonita Fierce Candles was one of the first Latina‐owned candle brands to launch at big retailers such as Nordstrom
How a Data Scientist is Bringing Philly Flavor to Brooklyn with Filly Luv
2 Nov 2025
Filly Luv has redefined comfort food with recipes of exciting, bold flavors possessing modern energy, creating a community hot spot. Located in Brooklyn, New York, owner Deja Bond has turned her childhood dream
How Wall Street Is Boosting Main Street, One Spreadsheet At A Time
31 Dec 2025
When the mentors from NYPACE first met Maechi Aharanwa in 2023, she was drowning in fast success.A Julliard-trained actor, she had started Pin Me 1913 during the pandemic….