Resources designed to help you start, grow, or scale your business.

Learn new skills and find grant opportunities through Digital Ready

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Offered in partnership with Verizon

DIGITAL READY

Classes like:

  • Find the Right Financing for Your Business
  • Spread the Digital Word: Communications Strategy
  • Keep Your Credit in Good Shape
  • How to Write Winning Business Proposals
  • The Basics of Search Engine Optimization
  • Navigating Online Loans

Verizon Digital Ready provides free resources and expert-led courses designed to empower you with essential skills for business success.

You'll gain access to self-paced, high-impact courses and can connect with experienced mentors to guide your business journey.

Plus, by completing the program, eligible businesses may qualify for exclusive grant opportunities to support further growth and innovation.

Get digital-ready to grow your business, with VSBDR.

"I feel like now I’m more equipped to go on to the next chapter in entrepreneurship."

Mario Jaramillo - The Robot Agency, Inc.

"The courses helped me stop wasting time and put things into action."

Jaja Chen - Cha Community

Erick Casillasi - CareClean, 2021 Grant Recipient

Apply for a $10,000 Business Grant

Every single month Verizon awards $10,000 grants to users on the Digital Ready platform. Here's how you can enter win:

(note that your application lasts all year, so the earlier you apply, the more chances you have to win!)

  1. Create a free account at awbc.org/verizon
  2. Complete 2 courses (make sure you complete the feedback survey at the end to register completion)
  3. Navigate to the "funding" tab and apply!

Frequently Asked Questions

For any questions, email us at info@awbc.org