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Seven incredible years and an impact that will be felt at VestedIn for a long time to come.

Samantha has been at the heart of the WesGold Fellows program, helping grow it from just 15 Fellows to 50 young people each summer. She has spent countless hours mentoring, encouraging, challenging, and showing up for our Fellows, while building partnerships and opportunities that have taken the program to places we couldn’t have even imagined seven years ago.

But the numbers only tell part of the story. Samantha has been a mentor, an advocate, a familiar face our Fellows could count on, and someone who genuinely cared about what came next for each of them.

Samantha, thank you for seven years of dedication, laughter, and for pouring so much of yourself into this program and Philadelphia’s young people. We’re incredibly proud of everything you’ve helped build here and so grateful for the impact you’ve made along the way.

We’re wishing you nothing but the best as you head into your next adventure. Whatever comes next is lucky to have you. 💛💙

Access to capital can help small businesses invest where it matters most.

For A Place Like Home 2, their latest VestedIn loan is helping them grow their team by adding a much-needed maintenance position and providing additional support for their staff.

Swipe through to hear more about their experience with VestedIn and what’s next for their business.

What a great night in Parkside! 💙

Tuesday’s National Night Out was a wonderful success, bringing neighbors, local organizations, and community partners together for an evening of connection, resources, and fun.

And in true VestedIn fashion, Fletcher and Jasmine couldn’t leave without learning a few new moves on the dance floor!

Thank you to everyone who came out and helped make the night so special!

Now is your last chance to apply!

The PA CDFI Network’s Microgrants Program is offering eligible Pennsylvania small businesses $7,500–$20,000 in grant funding, and applications close August 10th.

This is grant funding, not a loan, which means it does not need to be repaid. Funds can be used to support a variety of business needs, including equipment, inventory, marketing, technology, working capital, rent, and more.

VestedIn clients also receive priority consideration on their applications.

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. If your business qualifies, now is the time to apply!

https://pacdfinetwork.org/basc-microgrants-program/

Congratulations to A Place Like Home II on receiving a VestedIn business loan! 🎉

As a locally owned adult day center in Philadelphia, A Place Like Home II is dedicated to providing compassionate care, meaningful activities, and a welcoming environment for older adults and their families. We’re proud to support businesses like theirs that make a lasting impact in our communities.

If you’re a small business owner looking to invest in your next chapter, VestedIn may be able to help. Explore your financing options and see if one of our lending programs is the right fit for your business.

Visit https://tinyurl.com/29jfjt5x to learn more.

Join us for National Night Out!

VestedIn is proud to partner with the Parkside Association for this year’s National Night Out, a free community event bringing neighbors together for an evening of fun, connection, and valuable local resources.

Come enjoy live entertainment, food, family-friendly activities, and meet organizations working to strengthen our Philadelphia communities. We’ll be there too, so be sure to stop by and say hello!

📍 Evans Recreation Center
📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕔 5:00–8:00 PM

We hope to see you there!

Congratulations to HiTouch Luxury Charter on their official ribbon cutting! 🎉

This special event marked the official launch of HiTouch Luxury Charter’s luxury transportation service, celebrating the growth of a business dedicated to providing premium, personalized travel experiences for corporate events, special occasions, airport transportation, and more.

What began as a vision has grown into a thriving business built through hard work, perseverance, and a commitment to excellence. We’re so proud to celebrate this exciting milestone with such amazing members of the VestedIn community.

Funding opportunities like this don’t come around every day.

The PA CDFI Network’s Microgrants Program is now accepting applications, offering eligible Pennsylvania small businesses $7,500 to $20,000 in grant funding to help support growth.

The best part? This is a grant, not a loan, so the funds do not need to be repaid.

Eligible businesses can use the funding for expenses like equipment, inventory, marketing, technology, working capital, rent, and more.

As a VestedIn client, you’ll also receive priority consideration during the application review process.

You may be eligible if your business:
✔️ Is for-profit
✔️ Operates in Pennsylvania
✔️ Is at least 51% owned by a historically disadvantaged individual
✔️ Has fewer than 100 employees

⏰ Applications close August 10, 2026.

Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your business. Apply now https://pacdfinetwork.org/basc-microgrants-program/

Big things are happening at Next Level Digital Marketing Suite.👏

We’re proud to support their next chapter with a VestedIn loan to help invest in working capital, marketing, and new equipment.

When small businesses have access to the resources they need, they’re able to keep growing, innovating, and making an even bigger impact. We’re excited to be part of the journey.

Learn more about our lending programs at https://tinyurl.com/29jfjt5x

We’re always excited to see members of the VestedIn community in the spotlight.

Congratulations to Jamel Workman, founder of J Workman Millinery, on being featured for his work preserving the art of handcrafted hat making in Philadelphia.

Through his craftsmanship, Jamel is helping revive a centuries-old tradition while creating one-of-a-kind pieces that blend history, artistry, and culture.

Stories like Jamel’s remind us that small businesses don’t just strengthen our local economy, they help preserve the creativity and character that make our communities unique.

Read the full article here:
https://philadelphia.today/2026/07/philadelphia-hat-maker-jamel-workman-millinery/?