Shenandoah Community Capital Fund

Happy Thanksgiving from the SCCF team! We've had a bit of a crazy year, but there is still so much to be thankful for. Most of all, we're grateful for you all, our community. Whether you attend all of our events, or just spread the word about our organization, your support and partnerships keep us going, thank you! ?? We hope everyone enjoys some rest and relaxation this week, you deserve it! ??

We're signing off... just until Monday ?? SCCF's office will be closed from November 27th, through December 1st, and will resume normal operations on December 2nd. Our team looks forward to getting some much needed rest, and spending time with friends, family, and pets!

Refill your Social Capital Cup at Social Capital Hour. Mingle with fellow entrepreneurs, business owners, and nonprofit leaders at The Perch for an evening of authentic connections and community strengthening. "Social capital" embodies the invaluable relationships and connections cultivated beyond the restrictions of traditional meetings or boardrooms. It thrives when individuals authentically engage, offer assistance, and invest time in nurturing bonds. We will not be hosting Caffeinate/Innovate in November or December, so this will be your last time to gather with us before the new year. Don't miss it! RSVP to add the details to your calendar ??https://hubs.li/Q02Z20gF0 #Harrisonburgva #SmallBusiness #Networking

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/Q02YYP2F0

Happy National Entrepreneur Day! Today we're throwing it back to some of the entrepreneurs we met during our 2022 ecosystem listening tours: ?? Zach and Amberlee are the owners of Sage Bird Ciderworks. They began their hard-cider production on their front porch! ? Darryl Matthews is the cofounder of Merge Coffee. Merge now has three coffee shops in and around Harrisonburg! ??? Helen and Lauren are the design gurus behind Curated Interiors. Not only do they run a beautiful interior decor shop in Lexington, they also host several short-term rentals! You can read about some of their entrepreneurial journeys, and other stories like their's, on our blog. Be inspired: https://hubs.li/Q02YwWGD0 #EntrepreneurStory #ShenandoahValleyEntrepreneur #NationalEntrepreneurDay #SmallBusinessOwners

?? Happy National Entrepreneur's Day! Today we celebrate the dreamers, innovators, and risk-takers who drive our economy forward. The Virginia SBDC Network is proud to support entrepreneurs with: ?? Free Business Advising ?? Access to Capital Resources ?? Digital Marketing Support ?? Growth Strategies ?? Business Plan Development Whether you're starting up or scaling up, your local SBDC is here to help turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality. Visit virginiasbdc.org to connect with expert advisors in your area. #smallbusinessbigdreams #entrepreneurship #NationalEntrepreneurshipMonth #NationalEntrepreneursDay #virginia

Happy Monday! As another week rolls in, consider joining us this Wednesday, November 20, for this month's Internship Hour Webinar. Bring your lunch and your questions to learn about how an internship program could help your business. Register here today: https://lnkd.in/eqzinpZz

Happy Global Entrepreneurship Week ????! If you're an entrepreneur, SBA has services that can help you start or grow your business. This includes our resource partner network that provides mentoring, counseling, and training. Find assistance! https://lnkd.in/daGxYnS #GEW2024

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! This program is made possible by a grant from the City of Staunton and additional support from City National Bank. Interested in finding out if you're a good fit for the program? RSVP for our SBI Information Session on December 4th at the Staunton Innovation Hub! We'll give a short presentation about the program and then answer any lingering questions you may have. RSVP: https://hubs.li/Q02Ywq0V0 #SmallBusinessintensive #StauntonBusiness #EntrepreneurSupport