JUNE 2024

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Learn Something New!

The BCC Small Business Center offers FREE learning resources monthly. Some are in person but most are offered online making them available to you wherever you are. Take a look at our June lineup and let us know what you think.

June Seminars/Webinars from the BCC Small Business Center

Topic	Date/Time/Format	Sign Up
Streamline your Small Business with AI - Marketing Automation 101 (In Person)	Tuesday, June 4th; 5:00-6:30 Leland Center 2045 Enterprise Blvd. Room 208	REGISTER
Canva Design Basics : Part 2	Wednesday, June 5th; 12:00-1:30; Online	REGISTER
Mastering AI-Powered Analytics for Small Business Success	Tuesday, June 11th; 5:30-7:00; Online	REGISTER
Canva Advanced Design Skills: Part 1	Wednesday, June 12th; 12:00-1:30; Online	REGISTER
How to Create Videos to Market Your Business for Beginners: Part 1	Thursday, June 13th; 12:00-1:30; Online	REGISTER
Basic Information on Permitting & Guidelines for Restaurants & Food Trucks (In Person)	Tuesday, June 18th; 3:00-5:00 Leland Center 2045 Enterprise Blvd. Room 204	REGISTER
Canva Advanced Design Skills: Part 2	Wednesday, June 19th; 12:00-1:30; Online	REGISTER
How to Create Videos to Market Your Business for Beginners : Part 2	Thursday, June 20th; 12:00-1:30, Online	REGISTER

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Webinars from NC Department of Revenue

We are thrilled to introduce Same Day Grab Bars of Coastal North and South Carolinas, a dedicated team of six safety-conscious friends who are passionate about giving back to our wonderful community. After discovering the impressive work of Same Day Grab Bars® in Florida, they knew this was the perfect fit for their mission.

Same Day Grab Bars is your trusted partner for installing safety grab bars in homes and businesses. Whether you have an immediate healthcare need, a family member with mobility challenges, or are planning to age in place, they are ready to assist you. Scheduling an appointment is just a phone call away, and you can find more information on their website, SameDayGrabBars.com.

One of their expert installers will visit your home or business, listen to your safety concerns, conduct an ADA review of the installation site, and install the grab bars of your choice—all on the same day. No long waits or multiple appointments are needed. Plus, all Moen products and installations come with a lifetime guarantee.

Co-owner Sheryl Craun shared, “Brunswick County Community College’s Small Business Center has been an invaluable resource for us as franchise owners. We've benefited from several online programs, such as ‘Creating an Operations Plan,’ ‘How to Start a Small Business the Right Way,’ and ‘Marketing for Success.’ Additionally, the confidential one-on-one business counseling provided us with a wealth of information and resources. The guidance, insights, and introductions to the local Chambers of Commerce have been indispensable.”

Ready to make your home or business safer? Call (910) 712-8765 or (800) 215-7560, or visit SameDayGrabBars.com. Let’s discuss how our grab bars can bring peace of mind to you and your loved ones. Remember: One Call Stops the Fall®

Chamber of Commerce Corner

Coffee with the Girls is an event of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce. It provides an extra support system for women in business. This network of women meet every month discuss not only women related business issues but share helpful information and tips. Chamber members only. Attendance Fee: Cost of your Coffee. The ladies meet the third Tuesday of every month from 8:00 am-9:00 am at various locations in the Southport-Oak Island Area.

When: June 18, 2024

Where: Bald Head Coffee & Tea House

3481 George II Hwy., Unit 1, Boiling Spring Lakes, NC

Speaker: No Speaker

Small Business Grants You Can Apply for in 2024

The eBay Up & Running grant program provides 50 eBay business sellers with a $10,000 grant package. Deadline is June 17th

Build your brand with She's Connected by AT&T grant. Deadline to apply is July 10th

Spark Good Local

Walmart believes that strengthening local communities creates value for business as well as society. Each year, Walmart U.S. stores, Sam’s Clubs and Distribution Centers award local cash grants ranging from $250 to $5000. These local grants are designed to address the unique needs of the communities where we operate. The 2024 grant cycle begins March 1, 2024.

EmpowHer Grant

If you are a female entrepreneur interested in grant support for an early-stage, for-profit business, apply today. Businesses that are eligible for an EmpowHer Grant address one of the following social issues* through their product or business model:

Poverty & Hunger
Sustainability & the Environment
Strong Communities

Applicants may request up to $25,000 in business support. Grant funding is remitted as reimbursement (following proof of payment) for business-related expenses. EmpowHer Grants are reviewed quarterly. Applications close near the end of each quarter. If you do not have enough time to complete an application before it closes, please consider waiting to begin in the next quarter:

Q1: January-March
Q2: April-June
Q3: July-September
Q4: October-December

Giving Joy

Giving Joy Grants are one-time micro grants (maximum $500 USD). Women ages 18 and up from any country in the world are eligible to apply. Fall Grant Round: June 1-Septemeber 30

Enthuse

The Enthuse Foundation offers a series of financial grants to assist female entrepreneurs with critical business needs. Learn more about the program below. Next Grant Cycle TBA for 2025.

Additional grant information can be found here.

Looking for a Location to Start Your New Business?

Now accepting applications for a 950 sq. ft. unit

Are you working from home but desire a dedicated space to work every day? Brunswick Community College’s co-working space may be the answer to your problem at $40 a month, you can work with likeminded entrepreneurs.

For a tour or questions on how you can become a member, contact April Scott Small Business Center Director at (910) 755-7306. You can find the application here to become a member today.

Thinking about Starting a Business?

Learn more about the Brunswick Community College Small Business Center.

View this video to meet April and learn more about what the BCC Small Business Center offers!

Are you considering starting a business but not sure where to start, unsure what permits are required or how to qualify for lending?

Let us help you through the process. For more information or questions on how you can schedule your free one-on-one counseling session contact Admin Support Specialist, Christine Chiarizia at (910) 755-7498 or Director April Scott at (910) 755-7306.

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