We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for the next cohort of Start Up West Marin! Submit your application by Friday, July 17th.
Start Up West Marin offers free group training and one-on-one support to local entrepreneurs looking to grow or start a business. Eligible graduates of the program may also apply for a grant of up to $5,000 from West Marin Fund to help launch their new venture.
Program Details
- Completely free ($3,500 value) through the support of funding from Marin
- County’s Microbusiness Support Program
- 12–15 weekly classes, offered in English
- Meetings every Thursday 6:00–8:30pm, starting August 13th
- All industries and sectors welcome
The curriculum is delivered by the Marin Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and is tailored to small business owners operating within rural communities.
Participants will learn how to create a compelling business plan, market their business, budget and manage expenses, and more.
Start Up West Marin launched in October 2025 and is supported by West Marin Fund, the Marin SBDC, and the County of Marin. It is part of our ongoing commitment to invest in local economic resilience and opportunity. The first cohort, which was delivered entirely in Spanish, consisted of 23 graduates with small business dreams spanning catering, photography, translation, landscaping, car detailing, and more
We look forward to welcoming a new cohort of entrepreneurs ready to bring their ideas to life!
Community support powers our ability to offer start-up grants to program graduates. If you’re inspired to help expand this opportunity, you can make a gift to support future local entrepreneurs.
