The Foundry Collective Reinventing Rural initiative helps community organizations create strong rural economies. We engage and assist local efforts to build rural economies through entrepreneurship. We offer tools, training, and guidance to foster new startup business growth and access to funding. We provide resources to develop local talent and expertise. We help create a thriving innovative culture of success in small PNW towns.

We provide vital support to small businesses in rural communities through Kiva loans, helping entrepreneurs access the capital they need to launch or grow their ventures. As a Kiva US Trustee, we actively partner with rural startups and small businesses, offering guidance throughout the loan process. By endorsing applicants, we advocate on their behalf to ensure they fully fund their loan goals. This partnership extends beyond financial support, empowering entrepreneurs to strengthen their businesses and contribute to the economic development of rural areas in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.