A new supplemental benefit for Philanthropy MA members is a Grant Application Review and Coaching Session. Join us for this free session to meet our grants coach and determine if this supplemental benefit is for you. With this new service, you will receive a grant writing toolkit and then candid advice on one proposal, addressing

The Community One Stop for Growth is a single application portal and collaborative review process of community development grant programs. For the FY24 Round, twelve (12) programs will be administered through the Community One Stop for Growth - one application door to access programs offered by the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development, Department

Every small business needs to be able to adapt to change. This is true more now than ever before. Funds may be needed to address an unforeseen business disruption or to take advantage of an opportunity. When a small business owner needs quick access to cash, having a line of credit is the perfect solution.

In America’s long 20th century civil rights movements histories, disabled people—and especially BIPOC and LGBTQ+ disabled people—are often erased. And in the prominent stories told of America’s disability rights movements histories, activist work and key issues usually have centered on comparatively privileged people: white, college-educated, CIS gendered, heteronormative, and physically disabled individuals. This panel offers

This webinar is part one in the two-part webinar series: Codes for Climate Webinar Series hosted by the Metropolitan Area Planning Council. In 2022, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) developed and filed new regulations for a Stretch Energy Code Update and a new Municipal Opt-In Specialized Code to help reduce energy and meet Massachusetts’

If you want your business to appear in Google search or on Google maps, you need to have a Google Business Profile. Having a profile and keeping it up to date makes you 70% more likely to attract location customers and 50% more likely to lead to a purchase. In this webinar, our expert presenter

This 1-hour webinar focuses on techniques to detect fraud, waste and abuse. Learn the basics of fraud awareness and detection and how you can protect your organization from fraud, waste and abuse.

This free presentation will help entrepreneurs start a business plan and provide structure to starting and managing their venture. Topics will include: Introduction and need for planning Basic business plan format Choosing your legal form of organization Marketing, market planning and research Cash flow projections Financial statements Financing There will also be an overview of

Ever wonder what the value of your business is? Learn three approaches to determine the value of your business - on your own! And how to apply nine factors to build value. Presented by: Dylan Gans - Co-Founder, Baton Facilitated by: The Berkshire Regional Center of the MSBDC Network

Starting a business online has helped entrepreneurs avoid the enormous costs of opening a traditional brick-and-mortar business, but that doesn’t necessarily mean starting an online business is inexpensive. In this webinar, Steve Strauss, USA TODAY senior columnist, online business pioneer, and bestselling author, will teach you how to start an online business on a small

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) has brought millions in public dollars to cities, towns and other public entities to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic consequences. This training discusses the differences between subrecipients and contractors under the federal rules, fiscal recovery fund spending that is presumed eligible due to the nature of

Are you looking for ways to involve your residents in municipal decision-making? Do you want to learn how to engage diverse populations who are often harmed by institutional processes? This webinar will present best practices for engaging residents in key municipal decision-making activities and discuss how to coordinate equitable resident engagement efforts. Communities can be

Managing cash flow is one of the biggest challenges that small businesses face day to day. You need money to pay bills, make investments, pay salaries, and provide growth opportunities. And sometimes it’s a struggle to make the revenue you need to cover all those expenses. In this webinar, experienced entrepreneur Julie Brander will share

Join us for the third session of the 2023 Black Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program: Learn how HBCUs function as regional centers of excellence for inventors, innovators, and entrepreneurs. Hear from special guests about intellectual property (IP) innovation in the hair care industry. Learn from business experts how you can build a successful brand. Watch the

Join the U.S. Small Business Administration Baltimore District Office as we celebrate Black History Month with a special webinar offering information on tools and resources available to help you thrive as a black owned small business. Hear from government representatives, SBA lenders, small business tax advisors and more.

This webinar will discuss how to certify your business as a Women-Owned Small Business for Federal government contracting opportunities. Speakers: Nadine Boone, Assistant District Director of Business Development — U.S. Small Business Administration Lisa Gonzalez Welch, Economic Development Specialist of the Massachusetts District Office — U.S. Small Business Administration

Join the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as we celebrate 2023 African American/Black History Month. This year the NFDO is offering two virtual events geared toward unlocking tools, for those that are in the planning stages, aspiring entrepreneurs, and small business owners.  Day 2 event will focus on and discuss sources of capital that is

Event description •How to have a successful loan/financing application •Lender Match •SBA Guaranteed Loans- 7(a) and 504 •Microloan Programs •Venture Capital •Crowdfunding •Other programs- SBIR/STTR •Disaster Loan Programs

Do you feel comfortable talking about your business? Would you like to develop your "pitch"? Join us for a two-part workshop to hone your idea and create your own Pitch Deck! This is a great first step to developing your business plan. Note: attendees should be available for BOTH sessions. Attendees will be able to:

Learn: What are the four keys to your financial model. How you can adjust the levers of sales volume and profit margins to achieve greater profitability. How you can make more accurate financial projections. Presented by: Keith Girouard, Berkshire Regional Director Host: The Berkshire Regional Center of the MSBDC Network In partnership with the Williamstown

As the economic landscape continues to shift, this is a great time to consider your small business options. Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur or interested in creating a side gig, move your ideas into action!  In this workshop, you will learn how to: Navigate governmental regulations Find resources and plan action steps to reach

Are you a social entrepreneur with a great idea but you need to learn how to attract charitable contributions to capitalize your organization’s work? Are you a nonprofit leader currently relying on one or two major funders and in need of a more diversified base of support? Have you only pursued and attracted foundation support