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From Coursework to Community Impact: How Jelka Wickham Is Using Grow America’s Trainings to Expand Lending Opportunities

May 7, 2026

Knowing that stepping away from work for in-person training wasn’t an option, Jelka opted for the remote version of Grow America’s EDFP courses. She found that the online format delivered exactly what she needed.

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Closing announcement: Vancouver Housing Authority

April 28, 2026

Battle Ground Portfolio will rehabilitate two existing properties, Mill Creek Apartments and Mill Creek Senior Estates for families and seniors whose incomes do not exceed 60% of the area median income.

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Deadline extended to May 15! Request for Qualifications (RFQ): Speakers and Facilitators for Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Technical Assistance Program

April 24, 2026

Grow America seeks qualified speakers, subject-matter experts, and facilitators to contribute to national and regional training events, virtual sessions, peer exchanges, and resource development activities under the Technical Assistance for Brownfields (TAB) collaboration.

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Think You Can’t Sell Your Business? Think Again.

April 20, 2026

Buyers are out there, and they’re looking for businesses like yours. Steady revenue, real customers, and a community presence have real, transferable value.

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All about ESOPs: What small business lenders need to know

April 13, 2026

An ESOP is a way for a business owner to sell a company to its employees. In an ESOP transaction, the business owner sells shares of the company to a trust, which holds them on behalf of employees.

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Business Financial Statements 101: The Three Reports Every Small Business Owner Needs

April 7, 2026

There are three primary financial statements every business should maintain. Each one tracks a different aspect of the business and helps you evaluate the business as a whole.

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Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP) Certification

March 30, 2026

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Supporting Empowered Emerging Developers (SEED) Academy™

March 30, 2026

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Rental Housing Development Finance Professional (RHDFP) Certification

March 30, 2026

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Housing Development Finance Professional (HDFP) Certification

March 30, 2026