Hungry for something new in Lansing? 🍽️ LEAP was proud to join the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Andy Schor, and community partners to celebrate the grand openings of Jollof Afro-Caribbean Lounge in Washington Square and Capital City Sweets in Frandor! 🎉 These exciting new businesses bring bold flavors and fresh experiences to the Lansing region’s growing culinary scene. Through LEAP’s support—including strategic funding and technical assistance—we helped ensure these entrepreneurs were equipped for success from day one. Congratulations to the owners on this exciting milestone. Your innovation and passion strengthen our regional economy, and we’re proud to help make your vision a reality! 🙌 #ChooseLansing #LEAPForward #Entrepreneurship #LansingEats (fb)

What started as in-home care for six children is now a thriving early learning center serving 46 families and creating 15 new jobs. Meet Jacqueline Taylor, the unstoppable force behind Little Dreamers Early Learning Center, and see how LEAP and the Capital Area Child Care Coalition helped her grow ⬇️ 📖 Read her inspiring story: https://hubs.ly/Q03pC7yN0 #ChildCareMatters #Entrepreneurship #LansingRegion #LEAPGrows (fb)