Who It Serves
- Aspiring entrepreneurs
- Existing small-business owners
- Youth and adults exploring entrepreneurship
- Community-based founders
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CWI Core Program
Small Business Development & Support
Build businesses. Build communities.
Practical planning, tools, training, mentorship and resource navigation that help entrepreneurs launch, grow and sustain community-rooted businesses.
Services Provided
- Business planning and branding
- Marketing and website support
- Grant readiness and funding navigation
- AI workshops
- Mentorship and resource connections
Benefits
- Business launch support
- Growth strategy
- Entrepreneurial confidence
- Community wealth building
- Stronger access to opportunity
The CWI Pathway
From first step to sustainable success.
Designed to address limited startup guidance, weak branding, gaps in capital knowledge and disconnected business resources.
Plan Your Vision
Build Your Foundation
Launch With Confidence
Grow Sustainably
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Included With Every Participant
Individualized CHW support & advocacy
Each participant receives personalized advocacy, systems navigation, resource connections, warm handoffs and follow-up support across school, work, business and life.