Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce and LiftFund Sign MOU 

Removing barriers for underestimated entrepreneurs is at the core of LiftFund’s work

HOUSTON, TX (July 6, 2021) – The Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce has announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to formally collaborate with LiftFund to support underserved LGBTQ+ and Allied owned small businesses and entrepreneurs who do not have access to loans from traditional commercial sources. The collaboration will focus on six core areas including collaboration, facilitation, engagement, sharing, securing and inclusion. View the full details of the MOU here.

“The collaboration with LiftFund will give underserved LGBTQ and Allied business owners access to the necessary capital to help grow their businesses,” said Tammi Wallace, Co-Founder, President & CEO. “More than ever, we need to lift up entrepreneurs who need support and have been historically shut out or discriminated against when it comes to accessing capital. We are proud to partner with LiftFund and appreciate their commitment to the LGBTQ+ and Allied Business Community.”

"Removing barriers for underestimated entrepreneurs is at the core of LiftFund's work and mission,” said Michi Bruns Clay, VP, LiftFund East Texas Region. Since 1994, we've worked toward closing the gender and financial disparities that disproportionately impact diverse individuals. We are proud to partner with the Greater Houston LGBT Chamber to further our support for the LGBTQ+ small business community and foster a network of unity and success," 

About LiftFund

LiftFund’s mission is to provide credit and business support services to small businesses and entrepreneurs who do not have access to loans from traditional commercial sources. LiftFund helps its clients who often come from underserved communities, understand credit and funding options to launch, grow or scale their businesses.

About the Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce

Established in February 2016, the Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce’s mission is to accelerate economic opportunity for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer + (LGBTQ+) business community through a strong network of business allies, innovative programs, strategic partnerships and advance policies that foster economic inclusion and equality.

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Media Contact : Tammi Wallace / 713-301-2266 / tammi.wallace@houstonlgbtchamber.com