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Celebration to honor three decades of empowering small businesses with millions of dollars in loans, fostering self-sufficiency, and strengthening local economies-- San Diego, CA -- Accessity, a nonprofit microlender empowering small businesses with loans of up to $100,000, will celebrate its 30th anniversary on Thursday, October 17. Since its establishment in 1994, the organization has supported hundreds of small businesses each year, providing over $80 million in loans during its 30-year history. The organization will commemorate its 30th anniversary 2875 Dewey Road, on Thursday, October 17, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This event will highlight the contributions of small businesses across Southern California and honor the significant impact Accessity has made over the past three decades. Guests will enjoy an array of delicious food and drink options as they mingle and connect with fellow attendees. The event will feature an Accessity-Funded Business Marketplace, where guests can explore and experience firsthand the diverse products offered by the small businesses that Accessity supports. Additionally, local entrepreneurs will share inspiring stories of success and perseverance. Tickets for the celebration are $81.88 through October 17. Special pricing is available for nonprofits, students, and Accessity clients at $55.20 per ticket. Tickets can be purchased at Accessity's event page. When the organization launched locally, it started with a small team of dedicated staff and made just five loans totaling $6,000 in its first year. Today, Accessity has grown to employ more than 30 staff members and serves six counties, including Imperial, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, Orange, and Los Angeles. In 2023 alone, Accessity provided $11.9 million in funding through 386 loans to business owners, resulting in the creation or maintenance of 1,248 jobs. Sponsored by US Bank, the event will include several awards, such as Entrepreneur of the Year and Small Business on the Rise. The celebration is also supported by BMO, JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, California Bank & Trust, Pacific Premier Bank, Citi, and Comerica Bank. About Accessity Accessity is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution that empowers entrepreneurs by providing small business loans up to $100,000, along with a community of support and resources throughout Southern California. Accessity’s mission is to open doors of financial opportunity to those with historically less access to capital and business support: entrepreneurs of color, women, immigrants, and low- to moderate-income entrepreneurs, so they can build prosperous businesses and livelihoods for themselves and their families, while also strengthening communities. Since 1994, the organization has provided over $80 million in loans, helping small business owners start, expand, and build self-sufficiency, while strengthening local communities and economies. For more information, visit www.accessity.org. Accessity on Instagram and Facebook

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