RiseUp Fall 2026 | Application Deadline
October 6
The Women’s Business Development Center is proud to present RiseUp, a childcare business cohort tailored exclusively for childcare entrepreneurs. This dynamic program offers comprehensive training on key business topics and personalized one-on-one advising.
Join our Upcoming Fall Cohort!
We provide business development counseling, workshops and classes, and access to capital through loan packaging and microloans to new and established providers. Program participants will follow a step by step process to develop a business and marketing plan, policies and procedures for their childcare business, a parent handbook and a sound understanding of business financials.
Who Should Attend?
- Aspiring Childcare entrepreneurs
- Licensed home providers under 2 years in business
- Childcare center providers under 2 years in business
When?
Tuesdays | October 6-27, 2026
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, CDT
Where?
Via Zoom
Funded (in part) through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
The Early Childhood Education Entrepreneurial Program in Aurora is offered through generous funding from the Aurora Women’s Empowerment Foundation.
