Grant Applications Open Now

Verizon Small Business Readiness Autumn Grant Applications are open now!


Fifty small businesses will be awarded $10,000 through this program. Don't miss this opportunity to secure funding for your business. Deadline to apply is December 10, 2025.

 

  1. Go to bit.ly/SBC-Verizon
  2. Create a FREE Account
  3. Complete 2 FREE 30 minute courses
  4. Become eligible to apply for a $10,000 grant


Here’s what you’ll get for free:

  • Expert-led workshops
  • Peer networking
  • Self-paced courses
  • $10,000 grants


Usually, this type of program costs hundreds of dollars (or more). But Digital Ready is 100% free. There’s no catch, no need to be a Verizon customer — just free learning.


Don't Wait! Register Today!



Featured Seminars

Starting a Small Business


Learn the Essentials of Starting a Small Business in North Carolina

This online webinar is designed to educate existing and prospective small business owners.

Topics covered include:

  • The overview of steps and processes that should be followed when starting a new small business in North Carolina.
  • An explanation of what is a hobby,
  • An illegal business versus a legal business according to IRS and NC Department of Revenue laws.
  • Information to assist in making better-informed decisions before and after becoming a small business owner.



Monday, October 13, 2025

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Starting a Small Business


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Tuesday, October 7, 2025

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM


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Wednesday, October 8, 2025

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM


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Tuesday, October 14, 2025

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM


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Tuesday, October 21, 2025

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM



Upcoming FREE Webinar Schedule

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Monday, 10/6/25

Building Your Business Projections for Lender Readiness

Workforce Development Center, Clayton

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Monday, 10/13/25

Starting a Small Business

Online

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Saturday, 10/18/25

Google Series: SEO and Analytics

Online

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Monday, 10/20/25

How to Write a Business Plan

Online

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Monday, 10/27/25

Business Plan Financials Deep Dive

Online

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Saturday, 11/1/25

Starting a Nonprofit

Online

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Monday, 11/3/25

Financing Your Small Business

Online

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Monday, 11/10/25

Why Personal Finances Matter for Accessing Capital

Workforce Development Center, Clayton

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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