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Want practical tips to boost your funding readiness? Join us at PeopleTalk: 5 C's of Credit!

For each "C," you'll get practical, actionable insights to help you strengthen your financial profile and improve your funding readiness. Perfect for new and growing businesses!

📅 Thursday, October 15, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM CT
📍 Virtual Meeting

Remember to register here: https://peoplefund.org/event/peopletalk-5-cs-of-credit/

Presented by PeopleFund, a Community Development Financial Institution. Hosted by Plano Public Library and sponsored by Truist.

It is not too late to apply!

PeopleFund's Small Business Accelerator helps Texas entrepreneurs build the foundation to grow their businesses. Participants take part in virtual classes, work with business coaches and mentors, and receive support preparing a PeopleFund loan application.

Apply here: https://peoplefund.org/peoplefund-business-accelerator/

Congratulations to the first graduating cohort of the Veteran and MilSpouse Business Accelerator! PeopleFund is proud to join our Veteran Loan Fund partners in celebrating 37 entrepreneurs from five states, including 18 graduates from Texas. Together, graduates received more than $3.2 million in loan capital and $150,000 in grants.

Applications for the second cohort open October 7!

Read more here: https://ow.ly/f4BC50ZT4NF

There’s still time to register!

Join PeopleSource Houston this Thursday for a FREE speed networking event with SBA, SBDC, SCORE, EEOC, IRS, PeopleFund, and SouthState Bank. Food provided! 🍽️

📅 Oct 1, 11:30 AM–1 PM CT
📍 United Way Greater Houston, 50 Waugh Drive, Houston, TX 77007

Register: https://peoplefund.org/event/peoplesource-houston-connect-with-federal-partners-at-the-united-way/

Good news! Business Administration 101 has moved to a new date, which means there's more time to register!

Join us for this FREE Education Thursday webinar and learn the essentials of running your business efficiently, including operations, finance, marketing, and compliance.

📅 Thursday, October 15
🕛 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM CT

Register here: https://peoplefund.org/event/business-administration-101-2/

Join us for PeopleTalk: 5 C's of Credit! 💡

For each "C," you'll get practical, actionable insights to guide you in strengthening your financial profile and improving your funding readiness. Perfect for new and growing businesses.

📅 Thursday, October 15, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM CT
📍 Virtual Meeting

Register here: https://bit.ly/4AqYY5A

Presented by PeopleFund, a Community Development Financial Institution. Hosted by Plano Public Library and sponsored by Truist.

Growing a small business in Texas? Applications are open for PeopleFund's Small Business Accelerator.

Participants get 3 months of access to LivePlan and an online curriculum, business coaching, and loan application support. Those who meet all program requirements, close on a PeopleFund loan, and graduate may receive a $3,000 to $5,000 grant.

Apply here: https://peoplefund.org/peoplefund-business-accelerator/

You're invited to a free speed networking event for Houston small business owners!

Don't miss out on this chance to connect with the SBA, SBDC, SCORE, EEOC, IRS, PeopleFund, and SouthState Bank to find resources that help your business grow. Food will be provided and we'd love to see you there!

Oct 1 | 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM CT | United Way Greater Houston, 50 Waugh Drive

Register:

PeopleSource Houston: Connect with Federal Partners at the United Way - PeopleFund Sponsored by: Join us for a FREE in-person speed networking event for small business owners! Connect with federal agencies (SBA, SBDC, SCORE, and IRS), PeopleFund, and SouthState Bank – to discover educational and financial resources to grow your business. Food and drinks will be provided! When: T...

There is still time to apply!

PeopleFund's Small Business Accelerator provides Texas entrepreneurs with the capital, education, and tools needed to grow a healthy small business.

Those who meet all program requirements, close on their loan, and graduate may be eligible for a grant from $3,000 to $5,000.

Learn more and apply: https://peoplefund.org/peoplefund-business-accelerator/

PeopleFund Small Business Accelerator is Now Serving the South Texas Region PeopleFund is launching access to capital-oriented cohorts for small businesses in Texas.