Shenandoah Community Capital Fund

⌛ Urgent grant opportunity for Black entrepreneurs Application Closes: Thursday, November 1!! NAACP, in conjunction with Medium Rare and The Shark Group, has launched applications for the fourth annual NAACP Powershift Entrepreneur Grant in celebration of Black Entrepreneurs Day. The NAACP Powershift Entrepreneur Grant aims to empower Black entrepreneurs and businesses through funding and resources and has, in previous years, contributed largely to the growth of Black businesses across the nation. Apply now: https://hubs.li/Q02W7tbx0 #GrantFunding #EntrepreneurFunding #SmallBusinessGrant

🌱 Are you ready to grow your business? SCCF is launching a new program for small businesses in Staunton: The Small Business Intensive. The Small Business Intensive is a four-month, cohort-based program designed for growth-minded entrepreneurs, who still want to remain a small business or stay local. These ‘non-scalable’ businesses need a different type of support than what traditional entrepreneurship programs, like incubators or accelerators, can offer. Small Business Intensive will coach you through the tools and skills you need to grow your small business. Wondering if you're a good fit, or want to learn more about the program structure before you apply? Join us on December 4th for a one-hour information session (bring your lunch!) and have all of your questions answered! We'll give a brief presentation about the program, who is a good fit, and how to apply, then open the floor to answer any lingering questions. RSVP to save your spot 👉 https://hubs.li/Q02W0zR50 #SmallBusinessIntensive #StauntonBusiness #SmallBusinessSupport

Mark your calendars for December 4th to learn more about our new program, the Small Business Intensive! Wondering if you're a good fit, or want to learn more about the program structure before you apply? Join us for this one-hour information session (bring your lunch!) and have all of your questions answered. We'll give a brief presentation about the program, who is a good fit, and how to apply, then open the floor to answer any lingering questions. The first phase of the Small Business Intensive will only be open for Staunton-based businesses, however we hope to offer this program all across the Valley in the future, and encourage anyone, regardless of location, to attend the information session. RSVP here, space is limited: https://hubs.li/Q02VhR560 #SmallBusinessIntensive #StauntonBusiness #EntrepreneurSupport

Are you looking for SAM.GOV registration assistance? Could you use help in finding and applying for grant funding for your innovative projects through America’s Seed Fund or other grant opportunities? Would you like to work with JMU faculty to access Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs? Experts from the Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center (SV SBDC), Shenandoah Community Capital Fund (SCCF), Shenandoah Valley Technology Council (SVTC), and James Madison University’s Research, Economic Development and Innovation (REDI) Division will be on hand during this in-person workshop to walk you through the steps of registering with https://hubs.li/Q02VtGFf0 and explore funding and collaboration opportunities for your concept. This workshop is free, but registration is required. https://hubs.li/Q02VtBHB0 (Link in our bio)

Augusta County is proud to offer loans to businesses located in Augusta County with small business microloans ranging from $1,000 to $20,000. Loan funds can fund various expenses. To learn more about these loan opportunities, fill out the interest form and a member of their team will contact you to set up a loan interest meeting! https://hubs.li/Q02Vhq2t0

Earlier this month, we co-hosted an HR workshop with HR Reliance and the Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center (sponsored by Park View FCU) to discuss what’s in our “leadership toolbox” and how to give and receive feedback! We had a great discussion and learned a lot of new tips for leading and managing a team. Thank you to HR Reliance, the Shenandoah Valley SBDC, and Park View FCU for partnering with us! If you missed the workshop, you can check out our HR video series, sponsored by HR Reliance, on our YouTube channel! This five-part video series will help you think about what it takes for you and your business to be HR Ready: https://hubs.li/Q02Vhzn10

Why are these people smiling? Because they have just unlocked up to $30,000 in matching funds for interns! Participant, Leigh Evans, Board President at Shenandoah Valley Art Center, said "this working session was worth my time and encouraged me to explore beneficial internship resources". Kathryn Tuttle, Marcus Sanders, Momentum Earthworks, LLC. Virginia Talent + Opportunity Partnership #internships. Click here if you are ready to Tap into Talent: https://lnkd.in/eXatHKUH

I'm happy to share a new resource for other event planners in the Shenandoah Valley! Event Planners of the Shenandoah Valley https://lnkd.in/e7YeQmZx I've been looking for ways to connect with other planners and so I created this group on Facebook specifically for locally based planners. Please join us! #aueventsllc #beaguestatyourownevent #eventplanners #eventmanagers #eventproducers #weddings #corporateevents #birthdaycelebrations #babyshowers #anniversarycelebrations #retirements #genderreveals

It's the announcement we've been waiting to share with you: SCCF is launching its new Small Business Intensive in February 2025!! 🎉 We've been working all year to put together this program, and are excited to finally share it with you. The Small Business Intensive is a four-month, cohort-based program designed for growth-minded entrepreneurs, who still want to remain a small business or stay local. These ‘non-scalable’ businesses need a different type of support than what traditional entrepreneurship programs, like incubators or accelerators, can offer. Small Business Intensive will coach you through the tools and skills you need to grow your small business! In its pilot phase, the Small Business Intensive will be for STAUNTON business owners who have launched their small businesses and are looking for additional support as their business continues to grow. This program is made possible by a grant from the City of Staunton and additional support from City National Bank. Stay tuned for details about our upcoming information session! #SmallBusinessintensive #StauntonBusiness #EntrepreneurSupport

Nadia Ware realized she didn't just want to be another cog in the machine at work. Becoming an entrepreneur gave her a new found purpose. What started as at home face scrubs with her niece has turned into Honey Sweet Face and Body LLC, an all-natural skincare company, through which Nadia sells natural body scrubs that are made with honey 🍯 Celebrate National Women's Small Business by reading Nadia's entrepreneur story, and other women's' stories just like hers, on our blog! https://hubs.li/Q02TrVLL0 Photos and story by Chris Lassiter #WomensSmallBusinessMonth #SupportWomenOwnedBusiness #SupportBlackBusiness #EntrepreneurStory #ShenandoahValleyBusiness