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FY26 Aspire Prep Program

DSLBD Current Funding

Funding Amount

Up to $1,500

Deadline

April 30, 2026

23 days left

Grant Type

state

Overview

Program for DC residents who are returning citizens and/or justice-involved, starting a DC-based microbusiness without an active DC basic business license. For individuals in business concept or ideation stage. Participants complete business planning and development milestones for stipend payouts. Training includes Advertising, Branding & Marketing; Business Planning & Development; Financial Management; and Regulatory Compliance & Set-Up.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicant Types

Returning CitizensJustice-Involved Individuals

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

released-prisonerssmall-businessesstartups

Project Locations

DC

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