We're stronger together. Let's build the ecosystem.
Partnerships that move the mission forward
Rock Forward is additive, not duplicative. We complement what resettlement agencies, CDFIs, and SBA programs already do — by providing the one thing missing: a structured entrepreneurship pathway.
We are the entrepreneurship layer.
Resettlement agencies handle housing, employment, and case management. SBA programs handle loan administration. CDFIs handle capital. Rock Forward handles the moment before all of that — when a refugee entrepreneur needs to validate their idea, understand the market, and build the confidence to take the first step.
Partner types
Referral Partners
Warm-refer clients who express entrepreneurial interest. We handle the program; you track an additional positive outcome.
Capital Partners
RF graduates arrive pre-vetted, business-plan-ready, with basic financial literacy. Reduces onboarding cost.
Program Funders
Fund cohort delivery, curriculum, or Capital Pool. Tiered partnership recognition.
Knowledge Partners
Guest speakers, mentors, curriculum modules. RF provides engaged learners.
Partner organizations
Refugee Resettlement
Capital
Federal Resources
Strategic
Partnership tiers
Community Partner
In-kind or small contribution.
- Website recognition
- Social media mention
- Demo Day invitation
Program Partner
Funds one cohort or named curriculum component.
- Named acknowledgment
- Impact report
- Site visit
Strategic Partner
Multi-year commitment.
- Co-branding
- Board/advisory access
- Co-grant applications