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Serving entrepreneurs in the Greater Washington DC Area since 1987.

Access the Support, Tools, and Space to Thrive

From creative hubs to business incubators, our access services connect you with the resources to build your future.
Business Centers

Grow Your Business. Find Your Community.

Our business centers provide inclusive spaces for entrepreneurs to grow, create, and connect — right in the heart of the communities they serve.

We connect entrepreneurs and changemakers with spaces designed for innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our business centers offer the tools, training, and networks needed to bring bold ideas to life.

Discover local entrepreneurs, creatives, and community at the Anacostia Art Center.

Grow your business with resources at The HIVE and the Office of Women’s Initiatives.

Signature Initiatives

Programs That Power Impact

From building financial resilience to advancing economic development, our signature initiatives deliver targeted support that drives real outcomes for small business owners.

Visit Ascend, Certified Up, or Sustainable DC Project today.

Our Impact

Measuring What Matters

We track outcomes, not just outputs and sharing transparent data and stories that reflect our commitment to economic advancement and community wealth-building.

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