mesaCAN economic development program
developing the community through small, local businesses
achieving community
development goals
Maricopa County’s growth brings opportunity—but not everyone has equal access, especially those starting a business. A New Leaf’s MesaCAN Economic Development Program (MCEDP) helps bridge that gap by supporting current and aspiring entrepreneurs from low- to moderate-income backgrounds with technical assistance, free workshops, and personalized mentoring.
Through regular classes led by industry professionals, MCEDP equips small business owners with essential skills—from business basics to advanced, industry-specific topics—helping them stay competitive and make informed decisions.
MCEDP also partners with A New Leaf’s Assets to Opportunity (ATO) program to offer a 3:1 savings match for business investments. For details, contact (480) 258-6927 x 3416 or ATO@turnanewleaf.org.
small business workshops
MesaCAN Economic Development Program provides FREE in-person workshops in collaboration with community partners. A schedule of our upcoming workshops for SCORE, MesaCAN T.I.M.E., and Beyond the Chair, can be viewed below. Registration is recommended. If you have questions, you may call us at (480) 258-6927 or email us at mcedp@turnanewleaf.org.
location
635 E. Broadway Road, Mesa, AZ 85204
635 East Broadway Road, Mesa, AZ 85204
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Carolina Zamora
Community Development Liaison
(480) 258-6927
mcedp@turnanewleaf.org
Eva Felix
Director of Community Services
480-833-9200
evfelix@turnanewleaf.org