Small Business Development Program
The Business Development Program provides practical aid to forcibly displaced Artsakh families seeking to rebuild sustainable livelihoods through entrepreneurship, agriculture, skilled trades, and home-based businesses.
Program Status
23 Grants Awarded
$31,727 invested in first round of grants
Average Project Size: ~$1,380
Supported Projects
🐝 Ardzvig's Beekeeping Project
Expanding a Family Beekeeping Business
Ardzvig received small business aid to acquire more than 20 beehives, bee families, equipment, and improvements to his honey processing facility. The project is helping expand production and create long-term economic stability for his family.
✂️ Luiza's Tailoring Business
Luiza is Rebuilding Through Sewing
Originally from Artsakh, Luiza received small business aid to purchase a sewing machine, materials, and essential tools. Her growing tailoring business is helping create stability, income, and independence for her family.
🥩 Avo's Butcher Shop
Helping a Family Business Grow
Avo received support to acquire a commercial refrigerator, a rotisserie chicken machine, and make improvements to his business location. These investments are helping expand his butcher business and create long-term economic opportunity for his family.
🐔 Mareta's Poultry Farming Project
Building a Sustainable Source of Income
This family received support to acquire 100 four-month-old chickens and feed, creating an opportunity to generate income through egg production and poultry farming. The project provides a practical path toward greater self-sufficiency.
🍞 Anahit's Bakery
A Bakery Reopens After Displacement
Originally from Her Her village in the Martuni region of Artsakh, Anahit received support to acquire bakery equipment and renovate her business location. Her bakery is helping rebuild both a livelihood and a sense of community.