Valley Economic Development Partners combines economic development expertise with flexible lending solutions to grow the region’s economy. The organization runs a Business Resource Center that provides free technical assistance to small business owners, helps with projections and business plans, and connects clients to outside professionals as a Tier I Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC). As a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), it aims to expand economic opportunities for underserved communities through small‑business financial education, counseling, and one‑on‑one technical assistance to help access capital for startup or expansion.