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Participants will begin the program taking part in training sessions consisting of 14 hours of classes covering nine key development topics. Each session features multiple presenters each knowledgeable about development, with extensive experience in the local real estate market and a deep involvement in Indianapolis neighborhoods. More importantly, the presenters share a common bond with Jumpstart participants — all are committed to addressing long-standing community and economic development issues, such as reducing blight, creating safe and affordable housing, revitalizing neighborhoods, and keeping resources and capital in the Martindale Brightwood neighborhood.

Upon completion of the training program, graduates are paired with an experienced developer who can provide one-on-one mentorship — advising them on deal structuring, property sourcing, and problem-solving strategies. In addition to the intensive training program, participants are invited to take part in ongoing complementary programming throughout the year.