Accelerate Columbus 2027

The City of Columbus, Department of Development, is seeking applications from individuals, firms, and/or organizations to provide programs/services to small businesses and non-profits on behalf of the City as part of the Accelerate Columbus 2027 program. The goal of the program is to provide structured training, advising, and technical assistance to both aspiring and existing entrepreneurs and small businesses located within the boundaries of the City of Columbus. Key aspects of the program include: • Providing training, advising, and technical assistance to small businesses and non-profits • Focusing on entrepreneurs and small businesses with 15 or fewer W-2 employees • Serving existing non-profit organizations that provide direct services to households below the ALICE threshold • Meeting gaps identified in the City's Small Business Ecosystem Assessment and resulting Columbus Small Business Agenda