Special to the Gazette
Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corporation (JPNDC) has a team dedicated to micro – small business services. In today’s rapidly changing and challenging economic climate, it is more important than ever to support small businesses that make our city diverse and vibrant, create local jobs, and drive innovation. JPNDC is therefore offering free workshops throughout the year designed to ensure entrepreneurs are equipped with the tools, knowledge, and networks needed to be successful. In these workshops, participants will connect with experts who can get them started on the right foot and navigate the challenges of small business ownership.
An added benefit is that people who attend at least three workshops will be eligible to apply for a JPNDC Microloan for inventory, equipment or other business-related expenses.
Please see this year’s first quarter Small Business Workshop schedule:
Workshops in February 2026
• Small Business Basics on Feb. 4, 6pm – 7:15pm
• Business Plan on Feb. 11, 6pm – 7:15pm
• Marketing Feb. 18, 6pm – 7:15pm
Workshops in March 2026
• Business Development for Childcare Providers on March 4, 6pm – 7:15pm
• Financials Nuts & Bolts: The Balance Sheet on March 11, 6pm –7:15pm
• Financials Nuts & Bolts: The Cash Flow Statement March 18, 6pm – 7:15pm
Workshops in April 2026
• Financials Nuts & Bolts: The P&L Statement April 1, 6pm –7:15pm
• Sales & Cost of Goods Sold on April 8, 6pm-7:15pm
• Minority & Women Owned Business Certification on April 15, 6 – 7:15pm
JPNDC Micro to Small Business Services also provides free, individualized technical assistance focused on a business owner’s unique needs. To request an appointment, go to https://jpndc.org/small-business-services-intake-survey/.
JPNDC looks forward to welcoming and strengthening as many small businesses as possible. For more information, please visit JPNDC.org.