What makes Micro Mercantes stand out?

When farmers market patrons order lunch from our vendors, they can feel good about supporting not only a local business, but a local economic development initiative. Micro Mercantes is a social enterprise supporting micro-business development for low-income Latinos. Aspiring microentrepreneurs gain practical experience and financial support through catering sales and at local farmers markets, while simultaneously receiving training in a classroom setting.

Micro Mercantes is a program of Hacienda Community Development Corporation, a social services and affordable housing nonprofit supporting Latinos and others in Oregon.