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Women Owned Certification Webinar

Women Owned Certification Webinar

You ever wondered how to works and what are the benefits to being officially designated a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)? This Business Certification can help you access the Federal Contract program. View a recorded webinar on this opportunity for business growth.
Lifeline for Legally Blind Rural Residents

Lifeline for Legally Blind Rural Residents

This legally blind resident of Polk County is grateful to have New Growth Transit so he and others like him have a safe option to help them stay connected with the community.
Unlocking Success in Rural Communities: The Role of Technical Assistance

Unlocking Success in Rural Communities: The Role of Technical Assistance

What is Technical Assistance? At New Growth, we believe that thriving local businesses are the cornerstone of strong communities. Whether you’re a farm-based entrepreneur or running a non-farm business, having the right support at the right time can make all the difference in your journey to success.
News Release: First Round of Business Builder Grants Now Open!

News Release: First Round of Business Builder Grants Now Open!

USDA and the Heartland Regional Food Business Center Make Available Over $3.7 Million to Farm and Food Businesses in First Round of Business Builder Grants. El USDA y el Heartland Regional Food Business Center ponen a disposición de las empresas agrícolas y alimentarias más de 3,7 millones de dólares en la primera ronda de subvenciones para la creación de empresas
How New Growth's Credit Building Helps Our Local Rural Communites

How New Growth's Credit Building Helps Our Local Rural Communites

Why do credit scores matter? Read about one vision for why New Growth provides credit training and support.
New Growth Micro-Loan Helps Launch Layne Weavers Dream Business

New Growth Micro-Loan Helps Launch Layne Weavers Dream Business

Layne Weaver turned her dream of becoming an esthetician into reality with the help of a New Growth micro-loan, allowing her to launch Sanctuary Esthetics at Bloom Beauty Bar in Sedalia. Her journey showcases the impact of supportive resources and dedicated planning in starting a successful business.
NPR Article features Heartland Regional Food Business Center

NPR Article features Heartland Regional Food Business Center

We're excited to share that the Heartland Regional Food Business Center has been featured in an article by KCUR NPR in Kansas City! New Growth is a co-director along with University of Nebraska Lincoln for the Heartland Center.
New Growth's Food Systems Director Visits China

New Growth's Food Systems Director Visits China

Eisenhower Fellowship takes New Growth leader abroad to tour and learn innovative things China is doing to ensure a vibrant food system
Trivia Night Success at Liston Center

Trivia Night Success at Liston Center

Trivia Night at the Liston Center on June 28, themed "Summer Lovin'," saw 12 enthusiastic teams competing in a festive 50s atmosphere, raising over $3,000 for the kitchen renovation.
How Salmon Enterprises, a Local Farm, is Growing their Food Business

How Salmon Enterprises, a Local Farm, is Growing their Food Business

They knew selling beef directly to neighbors and other people was possible, but the connections made through New Growth connected them with buyers they might not have thought of on their own.
Does $0.67 a Mile Really Cover Driver Expenses

Does $0.67 a Mile Really Cover Driver Expenses

How do the expenses add up? And why are people glad to volunteer? We break down the math and answer a few questions about being a volunteer driver for New Growth Transit.
The Impact of New Growth Transit on Frequent Rural Medical Access

The Impact of New Growth Transit on Frequent Rural Medical Access

What's it like to live in rural Missouri, need access to frequent medical care, but can’t drive yourself? Read about Gary and James, New Growth Transit riders who had limited choice in transportation.