Diversity , Equity & Inclusion
The ONE Fund
Diversity , Equity & Inclusion
Creating a culture of inclusiveness throughout Southern Indiana
At One Southern Indiana , we believe diversity and inclusion drive innovation , business growth and profitability . Much more work is needed to embrace and advance diversity , equity , inclusion , and belonging . We are investing in this now to move our organization and region forward . We need to ensure that 1si has employees , members , board directors and volunteers of every race , gender , age , orientation , and life experience so that we can gain new perspectives and better serve all businesses and this community . Join us in embracing and supporting every business working to succeed in Southern Indiana .
1si strives to create a culture of inclusiveness throughout Southern Indiana . To this end , we have created our Diversity , Equity and Inclusion Committee , which is chaired by a member of the Executive Committee of our Board of Directors .
The purpose of the Diversity , Equity and Inclusion Committee is to collaborate with other 1si committees and ensure 1si ’ s purpose of growing all businesses and developing all talent to maximize the potential for economic growth and prosperity . Through honest conversation , thoughtful evaluation , and deliberative action , 1si will embrace all aspects of this work , including educating , establishing and promoting equity activities , in order to support every business working to succeed in Southern Indiana .
The ONE Fund
Starting a new business is incredibly tough , and one of the biggest hurdles for entrepreneurs is accessing the capital required to start up or scale their business .
With the ONE Fund , 1si is building a holistic lending program for early-stage entrepreneurs who have an excellent business plan , but no access to the capital required to set that plan in motion . This program is for small businesses in Clark , Floyd , Jefferson , Scott , and Washington Counties in Indiana .
Loan amounts range from $ 2,000- $ 20,000 , with repayment terms from 2-7 years and interest at the Prime Rate plus 2 %. Terms vary as follows :
- Machinery and Equipment – 5 years - Working Capital – 2 years - Brick & Mortar / Real Estate – 7 years
Schedule your appointment with our Small Business Navigator today !
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