Washington East Foundation Technical Assistance Program

Washington East Foundation (WEF) is working with small business to help improve the economic strength of Ward 7 neighborhoods. WEF has developed the Small Business Technical Assistance Program to serve eligible, existing enterprises in Ward 7.

The intended result is to strengthen the economic opportunities of small business owners by:

• Improving and retaining existing small businesses
• Guiding start-up entrepreneurs to begin and grow successful enterprises
• Attracting entrepreneurs to neighborhood commercial corridors
• Drawing more local customers who currently shop outside the area
• Connecting businesses to certification opportunities

 

In order to reach this intended result, the WEF Small Business Technical Assistance Program will provide customized, one-on-one technical assistance to Ward 7 enterprises. The individualized assistance will include the following topics:

• Merchandising
• Property improvements
• Sales and marketing
• General business operations
• Accounting and financial management (participating businesses may be eligible to receive  a Point of Sales register and QuickBooks software and training)
• Customer service
• Small business certifications
• Social and other web-based media

This WEF program is made possible through a grant from the DC Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD).

For more information about how we can help your business, send an email to info@wefdirect.org or call (202) 621-2288.