07/12/2022
The Unity Council and our partners at Wells Fargo’s values are deeply rooted in our community to propel traditional business mindsets into the 21st century. These values include empowerment, equity, integrity, wellness, and community wealth building.
Onward Oakland is an 18-month program for small business owners East of the Oakland’s Lake Merritt communities and the greater Bay Area who’ve been financially impacted by COVID-19. Throughout the program, small business owners are partnered with The Unity Council’s Small Business Services team to connect them with the necessary tools and resources to help their business grow and thrive and track their progress along the way.
Our services, provided at no cost to you and available in five languages include:
Loan and grant application
Marketing
E-commerce
Legal Services
Resources and referrals
DIY skill building workshops
Networking and community building
Advocacy
Business canvas model
Visit our COVID-19 Resources for Small Businesses page