District of Columbia Small Business Development Center

09/01/2026

The U.S. Small Business Administration , U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division, and EEOC are hosting a webinar for food service businesses.

Learn how to help your business stay compliant, reduce risk, and build a stronger workplace.

📅 Wednesday, September 2, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM ET
💻 Microsoft Teams Webinar

See the flyer for registration information.

08/25/2026

Your $10,000 Grant Opportunity is STILL Waiting!
Apply Now! Stay Eligible All Year!

1. Sign up for Digital Ready It’s free!
2. Start learning. Complete two courses or attend two events OR one of each.
3. Submit an application

Apply one time to remain eligible all year for the opportunity to be awarded a $‍1‍0‍,0‍00 grant.*

📅 Application Deadline: Monday, August 31, 2026
🔗 Apply today: https://tinyurl.com/HUpitchFallCohort2026

08/24/2026

Have an idea, innovation, research project, or creative solution with real-world potential? Pitch|HU can help you take the next step!

Offered by the Howard University Tech Transfer Office, Pitch|HU is a six-week entrepreneurial program that provides NSF I-Corps customer discovery tools and commercialization strategies to help turn ideas into market-ready solutions.

The program is open to Howard faculty, staff, students, alumni, HBCU affiliates, and innovators from surrounding communities.

📅 Application Deadline: Monday, August 31, 2026
🔗 Apply today: https://tinyurl.com/HUpitchFallCohort2026

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08/24/2026

Congratulations to DCSBDC State Director Carl Brown, who was recognized during the recent Howard University School of Business Staff Retreat! 👏🏾 Carl received the Excellence in Service Award, recognizing his contributions, dedication, and continued commitment to the Howard University School of Business community.

We’re proud to celebrate Carl and this well-earned recognition!🎉

08/20/2026

Supply Chain Business Bison, this opportunity is for you!

Applications are now open for the Google Fellowship, in partnership with the Howard University School of Business Center for Excellence in Supply Chain Management.

Current sophomores and juniors studying Supply Chain Management can gain hands-on experience through business challenges, mentorship, and projects designed to strengthen their analytics and supply chain skills. A stipend will be awarded upon successful completion of the fellowship.

📅 Applications close August 28, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Review the requirements and scan the QR code to apply.

08/19/2026

Exciting news! Join SBA at the 2026 Freedom 250 Supplier Matchmaking Expo on September 18th in Washington, DC!

Connecting suppliers & buyers to boost U.S. supply chains.
Free entry! Register now: https://sba.connect.space/freedom-250-supplier-matchmaking-expo

08/18/2026

📣Come out and SUPPORT Small Business! 🏪🛍️

The DCSBDC Back to School Marketplace Pop-Up is happening Thursday, and we have some great local entrepreneurs joining us! Take a look at just some of the businesses you’ll have a chance to shop and support. 🛍️

📅 Thursday, August 20 | 10 AM - 2 PM
📍 Howard University School of Business

Come through, shop small, and show these entrepreneurs some love! ❤🛍️

08/17/2026