New Growth Women's Business Center

06/17/2026

Support entrepreneurship through technical assistance.

06/16/2026

🖱️ Should you click it?

Most online scams aren't stopped by expensive software. They're stopped by knowing a few simple things to look for before you click.

That's why participants are often surprised by how much clarity this training provides. Small insights can make a big difference when it comes to spotting phishing emails, fraudulent websites, deceptive links, and other common online scams.

Join Dray Schenker, Chief Technology Officer for West Central Missouri Community Action Agency, for a practical webinar on protecting your information and making smarter technology decisions.

Plus, participants will have an opportunity to ask technology-related questions and gain insights from someone who works with business systems and technology every day.

📅 June 30
🕚 11:00 a.m.
💻 Live online (recording provided to those who register)

Whether you own a business or simply use a computer or smartphone, you'll walk away with practical tips you can use immediately.

Register today: https://newgrowth.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019159

06/16/2026

Did you know that as a client of the New Growth Women's Business Center, you get free access to LivePlan?

LivePlan is an online business planning software that walks you step-by-step through building your plan. It helps you create financial projections, break down your marketing and sales plan, and every detail in between.
A strong business plan helps you:

✅ Test viability – Before you invest time and money, a plan helps you evaluate whether your idea can realistically work in the market.
✅ Build financial projections – You can map out startup costs, pricing, cash flow, and sales forecasts so there are fewer surprises.
✅ Understand profit & loss – Seeing projected profits and losses helps you know when you may break even, what it takes to be profitable, and how to make smarter decisions.

Having a business plan in place reduces risk—research even shows that businesses that plan grow faster and feel more confident during challenges.

With LivePlan, this process becomes much easier. If you’ve been putting it off—now’s the time!

Through Business Counseling, the New Growth Women’s Business Center can help you draft a business plan that fits your goals and sets you up for success 💼✨

Let’s get that plan nailed down! 🔨

Reach out and schedule a meeting today! ⬇️
📞 417-282-5936
💌 [email protected]

For more information, visit our website at: https://www.newgrowthmo.org

📍 Serving entrepreneurs and small businesses throughout West Central Missouri.

06/15/2026

Thinking about starting or growing a business?

A business plan isn't just paperwork. It's a powerful tool that helps you turn ideas into action 📝

✅ Define your goals
✅ Understand your market
✅ Plan your budget and financial needs
✅ Test whether your business idea is truly viable
✅ Communicate your financial plans to potential lenders and funding partners

Taking the time to work through the numbers can help you identify opportunities, spot challenges, and make informed decisions before investing significant time and money.

The good news? You don't have to do it alone.

Through FREE 1:1 Business Counseling, the New Growth Women's Business Center can help you create a business plan that works for your goals—whether you're just getting started or preparing to seek financing.

Let’s get that plan nailed down 🔨

Reach out and schedule a meeting today! ⬇️
📞 417-282-5936
💌 [email protected]

For more information, visit our website at: https://www.newgrowthmo.org

📍 Serving entrepreneurs and small businesses throughout West Central Missouri.

06/15/2026

🌱 Your products may be local, but your customers are searching online.

When consumers are looking for farms, food products, agritourism experiences, or local vendors, will they find your business?

📱💻 Join MU Extension Agriculture and Environment Program Specialist TaylorAnn Washburn for a free webinar on July 23rd to learn practical strategies for improving your online visibility and helping more customers discover what you offer.

From search engines to AI-powered tools, the way people find businesses is evolving. This session will help you understand how to strengthen your digital presence and stay competitive in today's marketplace.

✅ Free to attend
📅 July 23
🔗 Learn more and register: https://muext.us/growingonlinevisibility

Can customers find your farm or food business online?

As search engines and AI-powered tools continue to shape how consumers discover businesses, having a strong online presence and strategy is more important than ever.

Join MU Extension - Agriculture and Environment Program specialist TaylorAnn Washburn for a free webinar on July 23 and learn how to increase your business’s online reach and discoverability. If your business has an established online presence, don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical insights into staying ahead in a changing digital landscape.

Learn more and register at https://muext.us/growingonlinevisibility

06/10/2026

Free training this Thursday on how to prepare a competitive application for two grants open for submissions now!

Register: https://weventure.ecenterdirect.com/events/970585

Verizon is giving away ten $10,000 grants PER MONTH throughout 2026 and the weVENTURE WBC IMPACT Grant program is accepting applications now through July 19th, to be awarded at the IMPACT Summit on October 1st.

We’ll walk through eligibility requirements, how to apply, what reviewers look for, and grant‑writing tips you can use for these funding opportunities and others you might apply to in he future.

Multiple small businesses from the WBC network won Verizon grants last year and we want to help YOU be the next recipient!!

06/10/2026

"Email marketing consistently delivers a high return on investment. Go beyond sending routine sales messages by offering valuable content that strengthens customer engagement. A well-nurtured email list becomes a dependable revenue driver. Consistent communication builds trust and repeat business."

Add a simple email capture form to your website's homepage this week offering a small piece of value (like a checklist or discount) in exchange for their address.

How frequently does your business send out communications to your email list?

06/10/2026

💸 $20,000 Grant Opportunity for Small Businesses 💸

The Allstate Main Street Grants Program is now accepting applications!

This program will select up to 250 entrepreneurs to participate in a FREE 12-week virtual business accelerator focused on marketing, finance, operations, and growth strategies.

🏆 At the end of the program, 100 participants will be awarded a $20,000 grant to invest in their business.

📅 Application Deadline: June 23, 2026

✅ Eligibility Requirements:
• For-profit business located in the U.S., D.C., or Puerto Rico
• Generated at least $25,000 in revenue during 2025
• Applicant must be the owner, founder, CEO, president, or leading executive
• Must be willing to participate in the virtual Boost Camp beginning July 2026
• Must not have participated in a Hello Alice Boost Camp within the past 12 months

📈 What You'll Receive:
• 12 weeks of business training and coaching
• Access to peer networking and growth resources
• Strategic planning tools to strengthen your business
• Opportunity to compete for a $20,000 grant

This is a great opportunity for established small businesses looking to strengthen operations, prepare for growth, and access funding.

🔗 Apply here:
https://app.helloalice.com/grants/allstate-main-street-grants-program-2026