| | | | | This workshop is designed to do more than crunch numbers—it’s about empowering you to take control of your financial success while fostering a sense of community and support among like-minded small business owners. With expert insights and practical strategies, you’ll leave ready to turn tax season into an opportunity for growth, financial clarity, and long-term wealth for your business. |
| | | BizGrow WinterFest Free all-day virtual legal clinic to help entrepreneurs close the wealth and equity gap. |
| | | DVM Housing Partners is offering affordable commercial spaces on Blue Hill Ave Boston through a new initiative called “Blume on the Ave”. This project is designed to create affordable commercial ownership opportunities for local entrepreneurs, with a focus on supporting businesses owned by entrepreneurs of color, promoting arts and culture, and fostering community engagement. Eligible businesses will align with community-driven goals, offering spaces that inspire creativity, connection, and collaboration. Applications are open NOW through February 14, 2025. |
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| The LISC Digital Growth Accelerator is a multi-week, post-pandemic boost for businesses. The accelerator program leverages consulting teams and digital tools to empower underserved businesses to strengthen their core business and grow their capacity. It starts January 28 and you must apply by January 23. |
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| CDI and CFNE are offering their Participatory Management training program for small business owners and managers this winter/spring, starting January 27th. Strengthening participatory management skills can improve employee engagement, hiring and retention, and efficiency and profitability. This program is free to eligible participants. |
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| E-commerce Webinars from Accion Opportunity Fund: |
| Workshops from the City of Boston |
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| Wish Local Empowerment Program “We are dedicating a $2M dollar fund to give roughly 4,000 Wish Local small business partners financial support. The selected recipients will receive amounts between $500 – $2000. This program will only be open to Black-owned stores, to help promote equality and diversity in American business.” |
| the freed fellowship “The Freed Fellowship helps small business owners get the resources, mentorship, and community they need to build successful companies that make an impact. Apply Today For a $2,500 Small Business Grant
Plus get expert feedback on your business and two months of free mentorship in our vibrant online community for entrepreneurs and business owners.” |
| HerRise MicroGrant Application “The HerRise Micro-Grant provides financial assistance, with the help of our corporate sponsors and donors, to women of color creating innovative solutions that impact their community and that are often unable to secure funding for their small business.” |
| Amber Grant Available for Women-Owned Businesses “WomensNet funds several grants for women-owned businesses throughout the year. Fill out one application and you will be eligible for the monthly $10,000 general business grant, the monthly business category grant, or the annual $25,000 grant.” |
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