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Esler Family Foundation Grants $1,200,000 to EforAll
Foundation committed to EforAll’s expansion to support aspiring entrepreneurs nationwide
LOWELL, Mass – January 27, 2026 – Entrepreneurship for All (EforAll), the nonprofit whose mission is to accelerate economic and social impact through inclusive entrepreneurship, today announced a three-year grant by the Esler Family Foundation, an early champion of EforAll’s Greater Worcester program. This $1,200,000 grant supports the expansion of EforAll’s Business Accelerator programs nationwide, including enhanced alumni programming and services.
Since the launch of its first programs in 2014, EforAll and its Spanish-language offering, EparaTodos, have helped launch over 2,100 businesses and nonprofits, of which 80% are women-owned, and 76% are BIPOC-owned. As of January 2026, the organization has adopted an online delivery model and is now offering its no-cost 12-week programs to aspiring entrepreneurs nationwide, with over 175 enrolled in its first national cohorts from 18+ states.
According to Meralis T. Hood, Chief Executive Officer of EforAll, “The Esler Family Foundation has been a longstanding supporter of EforAll. We are so grateful for their partnership and shared mission to foster meaningful change and serve under-represented entrepreneurs.”
“Through our focus on Economic Mobility, the Esler Family Foundation is dedicated to helping families build sustainable livelihoods and vibrant futures,” said John Esler, Co-Founder of the Esler Family Foundation. “EforAll has been a cornerstone partner in this mission. We are thrilled to help scale their proven local model into a national movement, breaking down barriers for entrepreneurs and revitalizing communities across the country.”
EforAll is currently accepting applications for its next national Business Accelerator program starting in May 2026. The deadline to apply is March 26th. To learn more about EforAll or submit an application, please visit www.eforall.org/.
About EforAll
Entrepreneurship for All (EforAll) is a nonprofit organization that helps under-represented individuals nationwide successfully start and grow a business through intensive online business training, mentorship, and an extended professional support network. To date, EforAll alumni have launched over 2,180 businesses. In 2024 alone, its businesses provided 2,390 local jobs and generated over $56M in revenue. Programs are available in both English and Spanish. To learn more about EforAll, please visit eforall.org.
About Esler Family Foundation
Esler Family Foundation is committed to healing minds and strengthening spirits in partnership with organizations at home and around the globe. John and Jeanne Esler, who are passionate about giving while they’re living, established the Foundation in 2019 to address some of the most pressing needs of our time – mental health, youth opportunity, and economic mobility. To learn more about the Esler Family Foundation, please visit eslerfamilyfoundation.org.
Media Contact(s)
Julie Smith – Chief Marketing Officer EforAll
julie@eforall.org
Kristin Bafaro – Executive Director Esler Family Foundation
eslerfamilyfoundation@gmail.com