Small Business Opportunities
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There are several types of opportunities available for small business owners. Each type has specific characteristics that are important to understand.
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Accelerators & Incubators
Accelerators and Incubators are programs that give businesses access to mentorship, investors and other support that help them become stable, self-sufficient and scaleable.
Learning Opportunities
As a small business owner, there is always something more to learn. Learning opportunities like workshops, seminars, and trainings teach business skills you can use to grow your business.
Capacity Building
Capacity Building and Technical Assistance opportunities build operational capacity with support in areas like marketing, web development, accounting, point of sales and more.
Vending Opportunities
Local vendor opportunities are a great way to get out in the community and get your business name out there. Opportunties might include pop-up shops, festivals, fairs and concerts.
Contests & Competitions
During business contests and competitions, entrepreneurs present their business concepts to a panel of judges for a chance to win a cash prize or investment capital.
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ProsperUs Trainer Application
ProsperUs is seeking applications for trainers to deliver a variety of ProsperUs programming, including, entrepreneur training, subject-matter workshops, group technical assistance, and one-on-one coaching. Our trainers facilitate at various community partner organizations throughout Detroit, Hamtramck, Highland Park, Inkster, and other areas in Wayne County.
Eligibility:
ProsperUs will consider applications on a rolling basis with an emphasis on the following criteria:
- You have a meaningful background in entrepreneurship and proven expertise in small business development with an eagerness to support a variety of business types.
- You have an understanding of adult-learning techniques and experience implementing those techniques in the classroom and in one-on-one settings.
- You have a personal and professional commitment to intersectional equity, including the dismantling of racism and other forms of oppression that exist in the communities ProsperUs serves, specifically Black, Latinx, Arab, immigrant, and low- to moderate-income communities.
- You have knowledge, experience, and credibility within neighborhoods and communities like those that ProsperUs serves. You are familiar with community-based organizations (CBOs), community development financial institutions (CDFIs), and nonprofits the region.
- You are a resident and/or business owner in Wayne County.
Terms:
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Application deadline:
Jan. 10, 2026
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Goldman Sachs 10k Small Businesses
LEVEL UP YOUR SMALL BUSINESS
The Detroit Metro Area is home to a thriving community of small businesses across various industries, from startups to family-owned enterprises. However, as many entrepreneurs know, running a small business comes with unique challenges, from juggling daily operations and managing finances to navigating a competitive landscape. That’s where the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program comes in, offering a transformative, no-cost opportunity to help you learn how to work on your business and not just in your business.
Eligibility:
We look for applicants who are passionate about growing their business and creating jobs in their communities who generally meet these criteria:
- Small business owner or co-owner
- Business revenues over $75,000 in the most recent fiscal year
- Business in operation for 2+ years
- Business with 2+ employees (including the owner)
Terms:
To complete the application, you will need:
- Business information including annual revenues, description of your business and services
- Why you are interested in the program
Max Amount:
Program deadline:
Application deadline:
Winter 2026 Cohort: TBA