CREED Foundation
Empowering Entrepreneurs. Enriching Communities.
About the foundation
The CREED Foundation is a nonprofit 501c3 organization based in Birmingham, Alabama, dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and small businesses through education, mentorship, and access to essential resources. Our work builds stronger businesses, thriving communities, and inspired leaders. While rooted in Birmingham, we serve clients across Alabama and throughout the United States—particularly the East Coast and Southeast.
We also serve as a fiduciary partner for entrepreneurs and small businesses seeking grant opportunities, ensuring that funding is managed responsibly and aligned with the intended impact.
Mission Statement
The CREED Foundation empowers underserved entrepreneurs in Birmingham's Civil Rights District and beyond with community-centered education, hands-on technical mentorship, and resources that create sustainable business growth.
Our Purpose
Through workshops, networking opportunities, and community-driven programs, we create an inclusive and supportive environment where businesses can thrive, strengthen communities, and inspire future generations.
Values
Innovation
Community Empowerment
Entrepreneurial Equity
Transparency & Accountability
Programming
At The CREED Foundation, we provide dynamic, accessible, and high-impact programs that meet entrepreneurs where they are—whether they're just getting started or scaling their ventures. Our initiatives are designed to foster innovation, community empowerment, and long-term business success.
We serve entrepreneurs locally in Birmingham, across the state of Alabama, and throughout the United States, with a focus on the East Coast and Southeast regions.
PACE Program: Our flagship program is PACE which is our 16-week intensive program to help business owners understand their finances and basic accounting terms.
P.A.C.E
The P.A.C.E. Program is our flagship 16-week business and financial development program, powered by the CREED Foundation. Designed to close operational and financial gaps for historically underserved entrepreneurs, P.A.C.E. equips participants with the tools, mentorship, and financial structure needed to strengthen their businesses, improve readiness for capital, and support long-term economic growth.
P.A.C.E. matters because minority and under-resourced entrepreneurs face systemic barriers to capital access and business readiness. The program tackles these barriers head-on by focusing on financial literacy, credit readiness, cash-flow management, and business compliance — taking businesses from survival mode to scalable & sustainable enterprises.
Who Should Apply
Greater Birmingham business owners ready to strengthen their finances and prepare for growth. Must have at least 1 year of tax returns.
Program Highlights
- Access to business & financial experts
- Funding & lending opportunities
- Personalized support
- Business-focused education and support
- AI for Business Growth Session — leverage AI tools to work more efficiently and accelerate growth
- Exclusive Networking Event with Local Business Leaders — connect and build powerful relationships with the movers & shakers in our community
Program Format
- Program Length: 16 Weeks
- In-Person Sessions: Tuesdays, 6–8 PM
- Virtual Classroom: Weekly online coursework completed outside of class
Group Instruction
- Financial Management & Literacy
- Accounting Systems
- Credit Assistance
One-on-One Mentorship
- Provided by Accounting, Business, & Legal Compliance Experts
- Accounting Systems Assistance
Important Dates
- Next Class Begins: August 11, 2026
- Application Deadline: August 3, 2026
- Space is limited. Early application is encouraged.
Fiduciary Assistance
We serve as a fiduciary partner for entrepreneurs and small business owners applying for and managing grant funding. This service includes:
- Receiving and managing grant funds on behalf of the entrepreneur
- Ensuring legal compliance and proper financial stewardship
- Providing grant reporting and documentation support
- Helping maintain the entrepreneur’s eligibility and funder trust
Donate
Your support directly fuels entrepreneurship, job creation, and community development in underserved areas.
Ways to Get Involved
- Volunteer: Share your skills at a workshop or serve as a mentor.
- Donate: Fund our programs or sponsor an event or scholarship.
- Partner with Us: Nonprofits, corporations, and agencies welcome.
Want to start a scholarship fund in the name of a loved one or organization, let us know. We can assist with facilitating an annual scholarship to a small business to help preserve the legacy of founding attributes to someone or something that is near and dear to your heart.
Why Give?
When you support The CREED Foundation, you are helping entrepreneurs create transformative opportunities. Your contribution helps us operate and provide quality services and programs to small businesses at the ground level and allows us to serve as fiduciary stewards of grant funding, enabling small business owners to bring big ideas to life.
Transparency Statement
All donations are used in alignment with our mission. Grants to CREED63 LLC are strictly for charitable purposes and monitored per IRS standards.
Contact Us
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Email: info@creed63.com
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Address: 1601, 5th Ave North
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Phone: 205-887-1003
