Our Story
As the founders of BuildUp, we witnessed the heartbreak of small businesses in our community shutting down, often within their first two years. Each closure wasn’t just a lost storefront—it meant lost jobs, fading culture, and broken dreams. Determined to understand why, we found that while small businesses make up 99.9% of all U.S. firms and employ nearly half the private-sector workforce, more than 33% struggle due to a lack of capital or cash flow.
This wasn’t just a statistic; it was a wake-up call. Like many, we had underestimated the role small businesses play as the heartbeat of our communities, driving local economies. Their hardships opened our eyes to an urgent need for change. They needed more than just support; they needed access to affordable capital, resilience against economic shocks, and tools to thrive in a competitive market.
That’s when we founded BuildUp.
Our Impact
At BuildUp, we’re empowering local economies by transforming how small businesses access essential tools for success. By integrating affordable financing, loyalty rewards, and seamless digital payments, we’re fostering sustainable economic growth and resilience. Through innovative technologies like decentralized finance (DeFi) and community-based financing, we ensure that local businesses receive constant support, driving generational wealth and inclusive prosperity.
Our Focus Areas:
Affordable Financing
Breaking barriers to capital and making funding accessible for all.
Loyalty Rewards
Strengthening customer relationships and encouraging community support.
Simple Digital Payments
Modernizing small business operations with user-friendly payment solutions.
Together, we’re creating a powerful ecosystem where every contribution fuels growth, opportunity, and lasting impact.
