The BALSA Foundation is a non-profit organization in St. Louis dedicated to promoting social equity and prosperity by empowering first-time entrepreneurs. They achieve this through:

The Entrepreneur's Roadmap: A free, comprehensive online guide to starting a business.
Idea Support: Free expert feedback on business ideas to help entrepreneurs refine their concepts.
The BALSA Grant: Cash grants, mentorship, and professional service donations to first-time entrepreneurs who demonstrate need and potential.
The BALSA Foundation envisions a St. Louis community where entrepreneurship is embraced as a catalyst for positive social change. They believe that by lowering the barriers to entrepreneurship, they can foster a more equitable and prosperous region.