Stems LLC dba Neighbors & Friends
Neighbors and Friends Collaborative Café is dedicated to transforming neighbors into friends by empowering underserved local businesses. Through our vibrant spaces, mentorship, and resources, we foster a community where entrepreneurs can grow, succeed, and uplift their neighborhoods together.
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CREATE ·2025 Grants ChallengeWhere Neighbors Become Friends: Supporting Small Business Growth in LA
In LA’s diverse community, many small, underserved businesses lack the resources and infrastructure to grow. We address this issue at Neighbors and Friends by providing mentorship, space, and support, helping entrepreneurs scale their businesses in our incubator— whether it be food and other gift products that can be sold in our store. This initiative strengthens our local economies, amplifies community voices, and fosters inclusive growth in a city that thrives on its diverse small businesses.