Celebrating Small Business Growth and Resilience

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ICIC has identified and celebrated the 100 fastest-growing businesses in under-resourced communities across the nation since 1999. Inner City 100 (IC100) awards are published annually and will be unveiled at ICIC’s National Conference in December 2021.

Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy. They provide local residents and surrounding anchor institutions with vital services, create jobs where they’re needed most, and generate wealth for the betterment of their respective communities.

In light of the economic and financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, small businesses are more vital now than ever to local economies and small business ecosystems. It is thus important to recognize and celebrate them for their growth and resilience during these trying times. We’re excited to announce that we’re accepting nominations and applications for the 2021 IC100 award. To learn more about the nomination and/or the application process, click on the above tabs.

For questions, contact us at InnerCity100@icic.org.

Snapshots of 2020 IC100 Winners

TISSINI – RECIPIENT OF THE BUSINESS GROWTH AWARD

CUBE CARE – RECIPIENT OF THE CHEVRON DOROTHY A. TERRELL COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARD

TENDER LOVING EMPIRE – THE FEDEX CHAMPION OF GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARD

For questions, contact us at InnerCity100@icic.org.