The goal of the FSIC American Innovation & Opportunity Fund (AIOF) is to help communities rebuild by providing opportunities through the creation of public/private partnerships. AIOF believes that with access to the right wealth building tools communities will thrive.  

AIOF will accomplish its goal by:  

· Creating relationships between communities, local government, and responsible business partners  

· Support new and existing Small Business Entrepreneurs through mentoring programs and access to capital education events 

· Matching employers willing to reach out to disadvantaged communities with individuals willing to work  

· Facilitating a responsible lending program to help defray the cost of apprenticeships and training certification programs  

· Providing level appropriate Financial Literacy  

· Providing a Networking forum for Lending Innovators, Legislators, Community Groups, and Academics interested in these issues