Online and Local Support Resources


How to Start a Business in WA

Attend the Upcoming Prosperity Center 
"Starting Your Own Business" workshop 
October 3rd

Doing Business in WA State

Licensing

DOL of WA: Business Licensing Guide



Local Resources in Grant and Adams County

Moses Lake Business Association

Find Your Local Chamber of Commerce

Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce

Ephrata Chamber of Commerce

Othello Chamber of Commerce

Grant County EDC

DVR

Labor & Industries

City of Moses Lake

Numerica Credit Union

AmericanWest Bank

US Bank

Moses Lake Farmer's Market

Adams County Website

Baton USA

Support our local Entrepreneurs and their business!!

Business Directory

Microenterprise
"Small Business" Program

Are you thinking about starting your own business or
perhaps your business needs a little boost?

Attend the Prosperity Center's
 Starting Your Own Business Workshop Series
to get the assistance you need!

No matter what type or size of business you want to start or expand, this workshop is an excellent first step.  Workshops are held biannually in Spring and Fall Thursdays from 6-9pm and will cover topics such as:

• Evaluating your business idea
• Writing a business plan
• Locating local support services
• Seeking Financial Assistance
• Analyzing Locations and Operations
• Marketing & Advertising Strategies

Next
Starting Your Own Business Workshop
October 6th- November 3rd 
Thursdays 6-9pm

To register for the next workshop:
Carolyn Grant 
(509) 765-9206 ext 239

Early Registration advised, seats are limited and going fast!!

  
  Ask About our
 Youth Entrepreneurship Education
 Available NOW in area
High Schools!

Workshops Located at:
WorkSource
309 E. 5th Ave
Moses Lake, WA 98837
Registration Required!!



Business Start-up & Expansion 
Micro Loan Program

NEED MONEY TO GET YOUR BUSINESS IDEA OFF THE GROUND!!!

Ask about our Start-up or Expansion loans which may be available for participants who attend the workshop courses and receive a certificate of completion.

Some restrictions Apply!

Contact Candi Jaeger at
 (509)765-9206 x250 for more information!

 Mentor Program

The Mentor and Entrepreneur program offers previous Business Workshop graduates a professional mentor for their business and when matched, the Mentor can help the Entrepreneur with questions that they may have in regards with their business.  The program is strictly volunteer and there are guidelines and restrictions. 
If you have attended the Starting Your Own Business Workshop and are interested in having a Mentor or are a business professional and want to become a Mentor
Please contact Carolyn Grant at 765-9206 x239. We have partnered with Mercy Corps NW in their Micro Mentor program, please follow the link and create a profile.  You can choose from a Nationwide database of Mentors http://www.micromentor.org/groups/view/100.
Visit us on FACEBOOK at http://www.facebook.com/prosperitycenter

Business Start-up & Expansion Micro Loan Program

NEED MONEY TO GET YOUR BUSINESS IDEA OFF THE GROUND!!!

Ask about our Start-up or expansion loans which may be available for participants who attend the workshop courses and receive a certificate of completion.

Some restrictions Apply!
Contact Candi Jaeger at (509)765-9206 x250 for more information!

 Congratulations to our Entrepreneurs!! 

 Graduates of The Prosperity Center Starting Your Own Business Workshops have included business ideas such as pet supply adoption and rescue, restaurants, design, clothing, hand made soaps, private investigator, janitorial, food inventions, event planning, disability employment services, advertising, crafts, construction, accounting, author, cafe, family and child entertainment, party supplies,fashion design and accessories, bridal boutique, digital recording, and much more.