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Childcare in Leavenworth County Survey
- Join us for a community conversation about the needs in early learning in Leavenworth County. - When: Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 8:00 AM - Where: The Heritage Center, 109 Delaware St. Leavenworth Take the survey: One Leavenworth Childcare Survey (constantcontactpages.com) Businesses AND Community members, we want YOUR opinion!
Labor Market Reports for Kansas: February 2024
Please find the link below to the February 2024 Labor Market report.February 2024 Labor Market Report: https://klic.dol.ks.gov/vosnet/gsipub/documentView.aspx?enc=O+qpCkhjA+v3dzYVbAEMjQ== Scroll down and click on “Labor Force Data” for the “Interactive Labor Force Dashboard” and “Printable County Unemployment Rate Map”.
Grants for April-June
Grants: April-June The FedEx Small Business Grant is set to award over $230,000 in grants and services to 10 U.S.-based small businesses. One grand prize winner will receive $50,000 and nine additional recipients will be granted $20,000 — along with various perks, including print credit, consultation services, and more. Applications open March 1 and close April 1 The Backing Small Businesses grant program is now open!In partnership with American Express, the Backing Small Businesses grant program
Rolling Grants: Updated 3/21/24
The Accion Opportunity Fund grants small business loans ranging from $5,000-$250,000, along with educational resources, coaching, and support networks in both English and Spanish. This program offers mentorship programs, microloans, and a hubzone program for small business owners’ financial needs.America’s Seed Fund, sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF), offers up to $2 million for U.S.-based startups and small businesses that are developing innovative technology. Project pitches are accepted
Labor Market Reports for Kansas: January 2024
Please find the link below to the January 2024 Labor Market report.January 2024 Labor Market Report: https://klic.dol.ks.gov/vosnet/lmi/default.aspx?plang=E Click on “Monthly Labor Report” at the top. Then scroll down further and click on “Labor Force Data” for the “Interactive Labor Force Dashboard” and “Printable County Unemployment Rate Map”.
Labor Market Reports for Kansas: December 2023
Dec. 2023 Labor Market Report: https://klic.dol.ks.gov/vosnet/lmi/default.aspx?plang=E Click on “Monthly Labor Report” at the top. Then scroll down further and click on “Labor Force Data” for the “Interactive Labor Force Dashboard” and “Printable County Unemployment Rate Map.
Labor Market Reports for Kansas: November 2023
Nov. 2023 Labor Market Report: https://lnkd.in/esYFqz72 Scroll down and click on “Labor Force Data” for the “Interactive Labor Force Dashboard” which has been updated.County map with unemployment rates: https://lnkd.in/gdfbC29g
Grants for March-May
The Kitty Fund will award a total of $25,000 to 25 small business owners who identify as mothers in 2024. Eligible businesses must be based in the U.S., have annual revenues under $5M, and employ between 2 to 50 people. While applications don’t open until March 2024, those interested can pre-register today. The Papaya Grant offers $10,000 to support the long-term success of a female-owned small business. U.S.-based female entrepreneurs focusing on their entrepreneurial challenges, brand missions, and grant