Empowering and Celebrating Newtown
Our mission is to empower and transform our community by fostering entrepreneurial spirit and providing comprehensive support services.
Our Mission
Our mission at NEBA Network Inc. is to empower and transform our community by fostering entrepreneurship and providing comprehensive support. We nurture innovative ideas into successful businesses while addressing essential needs like healthy food, safe housing, and social reintegration, aiming to create a thriving, sustainable community for all.
Our Team
Brother Lance Shabazz’s lifelong mission to elevate Newtown is at the heart of NEBA, providing a platform for entrepreneurs to thrive and fostering a culture of success and community development within the Newtown area. He has assembled a strong and skilled team dedicated to carrying out this vision.
Our Core Programs
What We Do
At NEBA Network Inc (Newtown Entrepreneur Business Association), we specialize in transforming innovative ideas into thriving businesses by supporting aspiring entrepreneurs every step of the way. Our holistic approach to community development extends beyond business incubation; we are committed to stabilizing lives and fostering success through various initiatives. Our Newtown Community Market provides free fresh produce and organic foods, promoting healthier eating habits and sustainable living. The Butterfly Journey Project offers transformative halfway housing and comprehensive social services for individuals reintegrating into society, including those from backgrounds of incarceration, and homelessness. Additionally, through our Shabazz Solutions partnership, we ensure that Newtown residents, particularly veterans, have access to affordable, safe, and comfortable housing. By addressing these essential needs, we aim to create a supportive environment where community members can flourish both personally and professionally.
Business Development
NEBA is committed to offering free business education workshops to the community, covering a wide range of essential topics. With appropriate funding, we plan to bring in experts and mentors from various fields to share their knowledge and support the growth of Newtown’s entrepreneurs.
- Workshops on registering an LLC
- Guidance on creating a business plan
- Training in social media marketing
- Insights from business experts and mentors
The Butterfly Journey
The Butterfly Journey Project is a transformative reentry program focused on providing housing and comprehensive social services to individuals reintegrating into society from diverse backgrounds.
- Housing assistance for reintegration
- Comprehensive social services
- Support for individuals from incarceration
- Services for veterans reentering civilian life
- Program in Development
Newtown Community Market
Through our Newtown Community Market initiative, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of our community members by providing access to free fresh produce and organic foods.
- Access to free fresh produce and organic foods
- Promotion of healthier eating habits
- Emphasis on sustainable living
- Provision of educational resources
- Program in Development
Affordable Housing
Through our Shabazz Solutions partnership, we are dedicated to providing affordable housing options for the residents of the Newtown community, ensuring they have access to safe and comfortable living environments, with a special focus on supporting veterans.
- Affordable housing options for Newtown residents
- Safe and comfortable living environments
- Special focus on supporting veterans
- Program in Development
FAQs !
Have A Questions?
What's the process to launching my business with NEBA?
Working with NEBA is simple. Book a free consultation or fill out our inquiry form. Together with NEBA you will create a task list of steps needed to complete your vision. NEBA will work with you each step of the way as you work through your todo list. Becoming the accountability partner that you need in this journey.
Are all of NEBA's services free?
NEBA partners with community organizations to provide services to our clients, ranging from free to cost-based. We offer various financial options, including payment plans and in-kind business grants, to help you access the support you need.
- Partnerships with community organizations
- Services ranging from free to cost-based
- Payment plans available
- In-kind business grants to cover services
- Financial assistance to support clients through the process
What happens after I launch my business?
After identifying which business or project you’re looking to complete with NEBA, we create a task list focused on achieving your mission. As we work through these tasks and finalize all financial obligations, you are empowered to continue your entrepreneurial journey independently. NEBA remains available, ready to provide ongoing support and assistance whenever you need it.
