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Past Client Paying It Forward 10 Years Later
As the new Director of Development and Communications, one of my favorite aspects of the role is sharing the work our clients are doing. From concept to launch, it is an honor to witness every client's journey. Although...who better to tell their story than the client...
Boosting Local Economy: Snohomish County Distributes $350,000 in Grants to Small Businesses
County Executive Dave Somers announced the SBIA program's $7,300 grants to 50 small businesses, targeting pandemic recovery and innovation. Ventures, a nonprofit with a 30-year history of supporting small businesses, will administer the program. Highlighting the...
Historic Support for Local Businesses: Snohomish County and Ventures Distribute $7,000 Grants
At Hotel Indigo in Everett, 50 small businesses received vital funds from the SBIA Program to mitigate pandemic impacts. Administered by Ventures and funded by the County’s federal ARPA allocation, this groundbreaking initiative highlights a decade-long partnership...
Monique Valenzuela: Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders Through Ventures
As the Executive Director of Ventures, a Seattle-based nonprofit, she leverages her extensive experience as a business owner, podcast and radio operator, and Tacoma Public Utilities board member to uplift the community. Ventures provides loans, grants, business...