click pic to enlargeThis program is developed to provide emerging entrepreneurs with an opportunity to save money and receive a match to their savings to invest into their businesses. Clients must complete the financial literacy training and make monthly savings deposits for 6-12 months to receive their match. Since 2002, VEDC has opened 78 accounts where 82% of those have remained active, and 47 clients have reached their savings goal!



For more information on the IDA Program, please email wcooley@vedc.org.