The Indiana Statewide Certified Development Corporation funded more than $17 million to 38 Indiana small businesses in fiscal year 2013. The total amount of $17,912,000 was provided by the Indiana Statewide CDC through the U.S. Small Business Administration 504 loan program. The loans are expected to create or save more than 275 jobs in Indiana. …read more.

NIPSCO has contributed $175,000 to support entrepreneurial efforts in northern Indiana. The funding will help Elevate Ventures with its mission to develop emerging businesses. Elevate Ventures provides up to one million dollars in funding for entreprenuers. In addition to the initiative’s contribution, they also provide assistance program, and help emerging companies to secure grants and …read more.