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FY26 Launch to Legacy Program

DSLBD Current Funding

Funding Amount

Up to $3,500

Deadline

August 3, 2026

5 days left

Grant Type

state

Overview

Advanced business development program for alumni of Dream and We Aspire Programs. Provides hands-on training in vision & goal setting, business scalability, strategic marketing, financial management, and leadership. Successful participants receive a stipend to support business growth and sustainability.

Eligibility:

  • Dream Accelerator Program Alumni: Licensed for-profit business in Ward 7 or 8; majority owner must be Ward 7/8 resident with 51%+ ownership; must have completed Dream Program FY22-25

  • We Aspire Program Alumni: Licensed for-profit business; majority owner must be DC resident with 51%+ ownership; must have completed We Aspire Program FY22-25
  • Eligibility

    Eligible Applicant Types

    For-Profit BusinessSmall Business

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    small-businessesminority-businesses

    Project Locations

    DC

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