1,700 Kiwis received support from The Generator, a 2019 initiative by Emerge Aotearoa, with over $3M in seed funding and 70% reporting improved financial wellbeing.
The Generator, an initiative by Emerge Aotearoa that helps people in financial hardship start their own businesses, celebrated its success with a two-day expo on 15-16 March, featuring entertainment, fashion, and food productions by businesses that received seed funding and support. Since its launch in 2019, over 1,700 Kiwis have received support, with over $3 million in seed funding released. Over 70% of participants report an increase in their financial wellbeing, and two-thirds say they are no longer on benefits or have reduced their benefits.
March 14, 2024
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