SLED Opportunity · ARKANSAS · CITY OF LITTLE ROCK
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Free 12-week entrepreneurship training program by City of Little Rock for startups and early-stage business owners to develop business skills and plans.
BUILD Academy Foundations Track is a free 12-week entrepreneurship training program designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, startups, and early-stage business owners. Participants will strengthen their business foundations, develop a business plan, gain practical business skills, and connect with local resources to support long-term success. Classes will be held weekly on Thursdays from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Willie Hinton Neighborhood Resource Center. Applicants selected for the program are expected to attend weekly sessions, complete workbook assignments, and actively participate throughout the cohort. Due to the cohort-based nature of the program, participants may miss no more than two (2) classes during the 12-week program.
| Status | Event Name | Location | Description | Dates | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ongoing | Open Date | Online Portal | Posting date for the Opportunity | Jul 6th 2026, 10:00 AM CDT | N/A |
| Upcoming | Questions Due Date | Online Portal | Deadline to submit Questions | Jul 27th 2026, 10:00 AM CDT | N/A |
| Upcoming | Close Date | Online Portal | Deadline for Submissions | Aug 3rd 2026, 10:00 AM CDT | N/A |
Note: Template files for the items below (BidTables, Questionnaires) are available in the Attachments section of this opportunity.
| Name | Type | # Files | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Please provide BUILD Academy Foundations Track Application | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Required |
| Please provide City of Little Rock Business License, if applicable. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Optional |
| Please provide Proof of Insurance. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Optional |
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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