Organizations that support entrepreneurship play an important role in strengthening local economies. Through corporate sponsorship, partners help expand access to structured business education for individuals who are preparing to launch and grow small businesses. Our programs equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the knowledge, planning tools, and strategic insight required to develop sustainable enterprises that generate income and contribute to community economic activity.  We welcome partnerships with organizations that are committed to supporting responsible entrepreneurship and advancing small business development.

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Through your sponsorship, small business students gain access to education, mentorship, and resources that allow them to move from ideas to viable enterprises. As these entrepreneurs grow, they generate income, create jobs, and contribute to stronger local economies. By sponsoring our programs, your organization becomes part of a collective effort to expand opportunity, cultivate responsible business ownership, and support the next generation of community-based businesses.

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Why Organizations Sponsor Our Programs

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Organizations partner with us because they recognize that strong small businesses contribute to stronger and a more resilient local economic communities. Sponsorship provides an opportunity to support individuals who are taking the initiative to build legitimate, structured businesses while also positioning your organization as a leader in supporting entrepreneurial growth.

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As a sponsor, your organization becomes part of an initiative that helps equip aspiring and early-stage business owners with the education, structure, and practical insight needed to move forward with confidence.  Through sponsorship, your organization helps create pathways for individuals who are ready to turn their skills and experience into productive enterprises. Your Sponsorship

• Support the development of responsible and prepared small business owners

• Strengthen local economic activity by encouraging sustainable business growth

• Demonstrate a commitment to community advancement and opportunity creation

• Increase visibility among entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders

• Contribute to initiatives that expand access to business education and resources

Community Reinvestment Partnership Opportunities

Our organization welcomes partnerships with financial institutions seeking to support community-based entrepreneurship and small business development initiatives. Programs that expand access to business education, financial capability, and economic opportunity align with many of the community investment priorities recognized under the Community Reinvestment Act. We welcome conversations with financial institutions interested in supporting initiatives that encourage responsible entrepreneurship and local economic participation.

Program Leadership

Our programs are led by experienced professionals who are committed to equipping aspiring entrepreneurs with practical business knowledge and structured guidance.  Through our work, we focus on helping individuals develop responsible business practices, strengthen their economic potential, and contribute to the communities they serve.

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Corporate Sponsorship Levels

​Organizations can support our programs through several partnership levels designed to align with community investment priorities.  Sponsorship can on an Annual basis or one year term.

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• Strategic Partner: Lead-level sponsorship supporting entrepreneurship education initiatives and expanded program access.  Sponsorship Level: $30,000 / Hosting 2 to 4 cohorts per year for 60 participants

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• Program Sponsor:  Supports the delivery of structured business training programs for aspiring entrepreneurs.​Sponsorship Level: $18,500 / Hosting 2 cohorts for 30 participants

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• Community Sponsor:  Helps expand access to entrepreneurship education and learning opportunities​ Sponsorship Level: $5,000 to $10,000 / Hosting 1 cohort for 15 participants, includes special webinars

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• Company Sponsor: Support local activities and networking opportunities to help build business-to-business relationships​.  Sponsorship Level: $2,500​​​

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Partnership Engagement

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Corporate sponsors will have opportunities to:

• Participate in select program events that directly aligns with Workforce and Economic Development, Economic Mobility, and Community Investments

• Engage with emerging entrepreneurs and small business owners

• Provide industry insights or educational resources from your organization

• Demonstrate leadership in supporting community economic development

Corporate sponsors are acknowledged through program materials, community announcements, and organizational communications recognizing their contribution to advancing economic opportunity.​