We envision a future where every returning community member has the opportunity to regain the freedom and self-determination to create a prosperous future for themselves and their communities.
The Hustle House is a newly launched program of The Bambi Fund, dedicated to providing support, services, and funding for justice-involved entrepreneurs as they reintegrate into their communities. We recognize the systemic barriers and discrimination that formerly incarcerated individuals often face, and we are committed to making a positive impact on their lives.
The mission of The Hustle House is to establish a safe and supportive environment where returning community members can access economic opportunities through a cooperative of member-owned businesses, each operated by individuals who have been previously incarcerated. We aim to break down the barriers that have held these individuals back and empower them to bring their dreams to life.
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In the first year of our pilot program, The Hustle House will partner with 5 small businesses owned and operated by justice-involved people who need support to take their businesses to the next level.
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Thank you for your interest in applying to participate in the first The Hustle House cohort! We aim to make our application process as simple and transparent as possible.
Please find information below regarding the application and selection process. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us by emailing hi@thebambifund.org or calling (623) 777-9551.
Pilot Program Launch
In spring 2024, The Hustle House will recruit 5 formerly incarcerated business owners to participate in our first cohort of entrepreneurs.
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People who have experienced incarceration or detention. (Required)
People who currently run their own business in the state of Arizona. (Required)
People whose businesses have been established for at least 6 months and whose businesses constitute their main source of income. (Preferred)
Attend an in-person or virtual information session hosted by The Hustle House (see “Application Process” below for details). (Required)
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Attend an information session: To be eligible to apply, all potential applicants must attend an in-person or virtual information session in February 2024 hosted by The Hustle House. Potential applicants must complete an information session registration form to attend. Complete the registration form by visiting: bit.ly/thehustlehousesesioninformativa or call (623) 777-9551 to register by phone in English or Spanish.
Complete an Application Form: Everyone who attends an in-person or virtual information session will receive a link to complete the full application form. The full application form can be completed online or over the phone. Details on where and how to complete the full application form will only be provided to people attending an in-person or virtual information session. The deadline to complete the full application form is March 10, 2024.
First Round Application Review: All applications will be reviewed internally by The Bambi Fund team. Successful applicants will be shortlisted and notified via email/phone.
Interviews: Shortlisted applicants will be invited to participate in a 30-minute virtual interview with The Bambi Fund team, including a member of our Independent Selection Committee. Interviews will be recorded for internal use only.
Final Review: Hustle House's Independent Selection Committee will review pre-screened applications and interviews. Information about committee members will be publicly available through The Bambi Fund website. The Independent Selection Committee will make final decisions on which applicants will be awarded a place in our first cohort for The Hustle House pilot programme.
Award Notification: All applicants will be notified of the results of their application no later than 6 weeks from the application deadline.