[Your Business Name]

[Your Address]

[City, State, ZIP Code]

[Email Address]

[Phone Number]

[Date]

[Local Housing Authority Name]

[Authority Address]

[City, State, ZIP Code]

Subject: Training Request for Resident-Owned Business Incubator (ROBI) Participation

Dear [Local Housing Authority Name],

I am writing on behalf of [Your Business Name], a resident-owned business (ROB) pursuant to 24 CFR Part 963, and a Section 3 business concern pursuant to 24 CFR Part 75. I am deeply committed to advancing the goals of Section 3 by empowering public housing residents through meaningful employment and contracting opportunities.

To further my mission and align with the regulations set forth in 24 CFR 964.140, I am seeking access to the Resident-Owned Business Incubator (ROBI) managed by Can I Live Housing Authority. (www.canilive.org/robi). This initiative is designed to provide resident-owned businesses like mine with the education, training, and certification necessary to effectively do business with housing authorities and the broader public.

The training provided through the ROBI will encompass several key areas critical to the success of resident-owned businesses, including:

1. Business and Entrepreneurial Training: This will equip residents with the skills needed to start, manage, and grow their businesses.

2. Business Planning: Residents will learn how to develop comprehensive business plans that are essential for securing contracts and financing.

3. Job Skills Development: Training in job-specific skills will enhance residents’ employability and competitiveness in the marketplace.

4. Certification Preparation: This will help residents meet the necessary qualifications and certifications required to engage in contracts with housing authorities and the general public.

Access to the ROBI is essential for my business [Your Business Name] as it will not only enhance my capacity to fulfill contracts with your agency but also strengthen my ability to contribute to the local economy by providing employment and entrepreneurial opportunities to other residents. This aligns with the overarching goals of Section 3 by promoting self-sufficiency and self-help initiatives among public housing residents.

I respectfully request that [Local Housing Authority Name] support my participation in this program by facilitating access to the Resident-Owned Business Incubator. I believe that this training will be a valuable asset in my efforts to improve my business operations, qualify for more contracts, and ultimately contribute to the betterment of my community.

Thank you for your time and consideration. The following link (ROBI Scholarship Brochure) is provided for your review and approval.  I look forward to your favorable response and are ready to provide any additional information you may require.

Sincerely,

[Your Signature]

[Your Name]

[Your Title]

[Your Business Name]