The Chimpzilla Project is an economic and social empowerment Project undertaken by some of the people mostly deeply affected by our current economic downturn. Tired of seeing nothing but debate and “gridlock” among Political, Business, and Civic Leaders, the Founders of this Project have decided to engage in creating economic and social services support opportunities now. We know from first hand experience what happens to communities when economic downturns appear. Many people make proposals and engage in debate, but few do anything to directly address the suffering that a lack of resources and opportunities creates. We are gathering the expertise, economic resources, and human assets to create opportunities in the present. Economic projections, and lofty “initiatives” will not feed, house, provide access to medical care, or create the living wage jobs that are needed right now. The obstacles faced by those suffering in poverty are, contrary to what many in our Media say, complex and deeply ingrained in our most sacred institutions. When Business fails to address the issues faced by the people they service, and ignore the most pressing needs of their employees, they unwittingly contribute to creating communities rife with hardship and suffering. This is neither practical, nor logical. It will ultimately lead to a dystopian future—one that is ugly and without hope. The Project is its initial phase of development, collecting various human, economic, and other resources that it will need to operate. We will be headquartered in the small Community of Las Cruces, New Mexico, where our proposed services are urgently needed. However, as the company grows we will spread to every corner of the United States, and hopefully around the World. We are a "Grassroots" Market-Based Hybrid response to the multitude of problems that are faced by the people of the United States and the World we interact with. The World needs living wage Jobs, Mindful Assistance and Compassion. We will adhere to sound Business Principles, including advancing profitability, while serving goals that center around Compassionate Service. We are advocating for an expansion of the “B Corporation” concept on a National Level, to include Hybrid Companies that have some level of transparent Tax Exemption in exchange for serving public good goals, but operate in the Free Market, creating sustainable opportunities that Businesses everywhere can emulate. The current Not-For-Profit Corporate structure prevents full access to Market advantages, which is why we have opted not to move towards that option. We are focused on the creation of an entity employing Ethical Entrepreneurship and a Sustainable Cooperative-Democratic Business Structure. Our Core Ethical Values are: Community, Compassion, and Cooperation. Our Core Business Values are Profitability, Professionalism, and Process Innovation. We have an overriding commitment to Green and Natural Business endeavors, as well as those that respect Human Dignity and Diversity. As well, we are looking to innovate in the area of Microfinance. We are looking to offer everyday people the opportunity to invest in our Business in a method similar to the "Lay Away" option employed by many department stores. Many people do not have a lot of money to invest via traditional investment channels. However, they can manage to find tiny amounts of capital to invest over time. We have worked out a system where they can invest amounts far below the minimums of Brokerage Firms, Mutual Funds, or even Angel Investments, and still ultimately perceive the same advantages. It is our preference to be a Company largely financed by "The People." It is their voices that we wish to response to, and their efforts we wish to reward. Microfinancing will allow us to truly be "The People's Company." Look around the site and see how you can help create the Business that compassionate and thoughtful people are asking for. We urgently need financial assistance and expert advisement to get this Project running at full speed. We are looking to use Business to spread Compassion and Empowerment around the World. The Website will be off line for a few days during the month of July 2012 for upgrades. We will post specific information with the dates it will be unavailable as soon as possible. Any thoughts or suggestions on improving its accessibility and usability would be greatly appreciated. Use the comment box on our Contact Page to offer your suggestions and comments. Click on the Graphic above to sign our Change.org Petition to establish National "B Corporation" Tax Exempt Status