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Empower Youth Talent. Elevate Small Businesses.
Where tomorrow's workforce meets today's community needs, partner with us to make an impact.
Where tomorrow's workforce meets today's community needs, partner with us to make an impact.
About the Program
A Summer of Real Work, Real Growth
CACCI Youth Division
Professional Clubs & Small Business Support Program
The CACCI Youth Division Professional Clubs & Small Business Support Program is a 7-week summer initiative that trains and mentors 25 young adults (ages 16–24) while they assist 5–6 local small businesses.
Through morning skill-building workshops and afternoon real-world projects, participants gain workforce-ready skills as they help entrepreneurs solve business challenges — seamlessly blending youth workforce development with small business capacity-building.
Program Impact
By the Numbers
25
Young Adults Trained
Ages 16–24 from diverse, underrepresented communities
8
Weeks of Learning
Intensive summer program combining workshops and real projects
6
Small Businesses Served
Local entrepreneurs receiving free consulting-like services
200+
Hours of Work-Based Learning
Per participant, building workforce-ready skills
What Students Do
Real Projects for Real Businesses
Digital Marketing
Student teams develop digital marketing campaigns and improve social media presence for local entrepreneurs.
Website Design
Participants design modern websites that deliver tangible, lasting results for small business owners.
Events & Operations
Teams organize pop-up events and streamline business operations, solving real challenges for real clients.
Workforce Training
Morning Workshops. Afternoon Impact.
Every morning, participants attend workshops on business communication, digital skills, and entrepreneurship. By program's end, youth log over 200 hours of work-based learning — building confidence, a professional network, and a stronger resume.
The program also supports minority-owned and local small businesses, providing services otherwise out of reach. Past partners have reported improved customer engagement, time savings, and revenue growth — building a more resilient local economy.
Morning Skill Workshops
Business communication, digital tools, entrepreneurship
Afternoon Real Projects
Hands-on work with local small businesses
200+ Hours Logged
Workforce-ready skills and a professional portfolio
Why Sponsor
An Investment in Community Innovation & Equity
We invite corporate partners to join us in expanding this high-impact program, ensuring it remains free for all youth and small business participants. Your sponsorship directly funds the training, resources, and coordination that make these transformative experiences possible.
Workforce Development
Empower 25 young adults and build a stronger talent pipeline in New York City.
Small Business Empowerment
Help minority- and immigrant-owned businesses access free consulting-like services.
ESG & CRA Alignment
Aligns with ESG goals and Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) objectives for financial institutions.
Brand Visibility & Goodwill
Logo placement, media mentions, and employee volunteer opportunities as mentors.
Sponsorship Tiers
Flexible Levels to Match Your Goals
All sponsorships are 100% tax-deductible and come with meaningful recognition benefits. Every sponsor receives a detailed Impact Report at program's end.
Title Sponsor — $50,000+
Exclusive naming rights, top logo placement on all materials, speaking opportunity at kickoff and finale, feature in press releases, option to host a youth workshop at your offices.
Presenting Sponsor — $20,000+
Prominent logo on all program materials, recognition in press and social media, executive panel or mentoring opportunity, invitation to the final showcase event.
Supporting Sponsor — $10,000+
Logo on website, banners, and brochure; mention in press kit and CACCI newsletters; social media shout-outs; certificate of appreciation.
Community Sponsor — $5,000+
Name/logo on program web page and end-of-program report, public thank-you at the final event, social media acknowledgment, recognition in annual report.
Custom Packages
Every Sponsor Receives
We work closely with each sponsor to fulfill recognition and engagement benefits and are happy to discuss custom touches that meet your company's philanthropic objectives.
Detailed Impact Report
Highlighting projects completed, outcomes achieved, and the stories of the youth and businesses you helped support.
100% Tax-Deductible
Your contribution qualifies as a fully tax-deductible charitable investment in community development.
Direct Community Engagement
Custom recognition benefits and direct engagement with youth teams and small business partners.
2026
Join Us — Make a Difference in 2026
By sponsoring the Professional Clubs & Small Business Support Program, your company becomes an essential partner in a proven model that builds brighter futures and stronger businesses right here in our community. With your support, we can scale up our impact in 2026 and beyond, reaching more youth and more businesses in need.
"Together, let's invest in the next generation of talent and drive inclusive growth in our local economy."
Get Involved
Partner With CACCI Youth Division
The Caribbean American Chamber of Commerce & Industry — championing youth, small businesses, and community growth. Your leadership can inspire change and create opportunities that resonate far beyond this summer. Let's empower youth and uplift small businesses — together.
📧 Email Us
greg.paul@stepupedcorp.com
Reach our development team to discuss sponsorship and custom packages.
Reach our development team to discuss sponsorship and custom packages.
📞 Call Us
(718) 889-1646
Speak with a CACCI representative to start the conversation.
Speak with a CACCI representative to start the conversation.