Frequently Asked Questions

What is New Ventures Network?

New Ventures is a dynamic environment where women gather to support and encourage one another, learn with one another, share successes and failures, and mentor each other.

Why was New Ventures started?

A group of women religious met in 1991, to discuss mission and entrepreneurship. They were energized by this discussion and began a search for others who might also be interested. Responses to their inquiries were significant. Thus New Ventures was born.

How does New Ventures network?

• Regional and interest gatherings
• Cyber sharing
• Periodic conferences
• Resources and information on the website
• Website information

Who can be involved with New Ventures?

Women who are:

• Mission-focused
• Innovative, risk takers
• In touch with today's needs

These women include:

• Community organizers and creators of cooperatives
• Providers of social services, shelter and housing
• Consultants and facilitators
• Job and career counselors
• AIDS ministers
• Spiritual ministers and holistic healers
• Immigration counselors
• Artists, musicians, photographers and writers
• Healers of the environment
• Congregational leaders, ministry directors, treasurers and funding administrators
• Financial advisors and attorneys
• Others in ministry where passion responds to today's needs.

What are the benefits?

• To learn from one another
• To connect with other like-minded entrepreneurs
• To collaborate
• To share best practices