Opportunities

It is incredibly valuable to share stories from the WBENC network about the immense economic and community impact that women's business enterprises bring. If you would like to share your story and economic impacts, please submit the form below.

We want to reintroduce one of our most important partners, Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP) and share a new WBENC Certification benefit: a discounted annual Membership rate with WIPP for WBENC-Certified WBEs.

The Bureau of Diversity, Inclusion, and Small Business Opportunities is reaching out to remind you to check out the listing of upcoming DGS solicitations for goods & services, and construction projects

Construction contractors interested in performing construction contracts with the department must first complete the Vendor Registration process.

Whether you're starting out or ready to grow, the Catalyst Fund can help bridge gaps and open new doors for innovation and sustainability.
Eligible businesses may receive grants of up to $50,000.


To view and bid on PGW’s procurement opportunities, organizations must be registered and approved in our electronic bidding portal, Procureware.

To view and bid on PGW’s procurement opportunities, organizations must be registered and approved in our electronic bidding portal, Procureware.

Calling all vendors! Your chance to be part of the most prestigious global sporting event is here! Philadelphia Soccer 2026 is seeking innovative partners to help deliver an unprecedented FIFA World Cup 26™ tournament experience.

Philly small business owners: Join Philadelphia VIP for a free one-hour legal consultation with a pro bono attorney! ou may be eligible to participate if: The business is located in/based out of Philadelphia; and household income of the business owner(s) is less than 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Tell us how your small business supports your community, and you can be one of 20 customers to receive $10,000 and a 1-year Luminary membership for access to resources, tools, and networking.

The DEBCC is thrilled to host the 2026 Pitch Perfect Competition on March 18th, 2026, a dynamic opportunity for entrepreneurs to showcase their businesses and compete for cash prizes to fuel their growth.

The Pirates and PNC pledge their support for local small businesses. Each month, the program will highlight one of six small businesses that have helped make a positive impact on their communities and will award the six small businesses a marketing package valued up to $100,000 and a $5,000 grant.

In this session, you’ll learn about 5 game-changing AI tools that can help you simplify your workflow, strengthen your brand, and work more efficiently without adding complexity to your day.

The WBENC Collegiate Accelerator (CA) is a multifaceted, cohort-based, entrepreneurial program designed for early-stage entrepreneurs who are looking to establish and grow their existing business or startup venture.

Everybody Builds would like to highlight women who are making a meaningful impact across the construction industry. Help identify and celebrate women whose experiences, leadership, and contributions deserve to be elevated. While we are empowering women, this event is open to all, including both men and women attendees.

Facilitated by OSHA, this webinar reviews OSHA's Fiscal year 2025 most frequently cited violations for both the construction and general industries.

The Small Business Expo is known for hosting one of the region’s most valuable Philadelphia networking events, offering a full day of business education, marketing insights, community connections, and hands-on learning.

This training covers common FLSA issues for new and small business such as hours worked, overtime pay, deductions, as well as a discussion of misclassification of independent contractors.

This premier event offers actionable insights, strategic networking, and practical tools to help companies expand their global presence and thrive in today’s evolving trade environment.

This training covers which hours minors can work, what jobs are permitted, and which occupations have been declared hazardous.

I See You . . .is what this conference is all about! I see your love, compassion, hurt, creativity, resilience, strength & everything in between. Let’s reveal ourselves; seeing one another and allowing ourselves to be seen! We are women sharing our stories to pour into others while pouring into ourselves.

Nominate a business that’s making a difference in your community and they could win a $20,000 grant—plus exclusive resources to boost their business growth.

The agency’s ongoing heat-related illness prevention initiative and campaign has enforcement, compliance assistance and outreach efforts.

TED Democracy is conducting an Idea Search to source speakers for the event to highlight the brightest ideas celebrating democracy’s past, examine its present and imagine its future in the city where it all began. If you have an idea you think is worth spreading and connects to our theme, they want to hear it!

The Small Business Advantage Grant provides reimbursement grants ranging from 50% to 80% of eligible project costs to Pennsylvania small businesses. Maximum grant award amounts will vary from up to $7,500 - $12,000, based on the environmental impact of the project.

Preparing before an emergency incident ensures that both employers and workers are trained for emergencies and the likely hazards when an emergency occurs. OSHA will review the regulations and available compliance assistance resources.

This webinar covers common SCA issues for small business employers, such as understanding wage determinations, fringe benefits, hours worked and paid sick leave requirements.

This webinar covers common DBRA issues for small business employers, including understanding wage determinations, certified payrolls, fringe benefits, and hours worked.

Philly VIP has a number of free events and opportunities for small business owners in Philadelphia this March and April, Click the link below to find out more.

The grant will provide early-stage funding to entrepreneurs with limited financing options. Investment grants of $10,000 will be made to each business approved, along with advisory services from The Enterprise Center. Diverse Business Banking Advocates receive special training to enable them to support the growth and success of diverse business owners.

The NJ Cool program is a $15 million pilot program launched by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) to provide financial assistance to commercial building owners and tenants undertaking retrofit construction projects that reduce operating greenhouse gas emissions from existing commercial buildings in Newark, Edison, and Atlantic City. The NJEDA will provide grant awards ranging from $50,000 to $1 million to reimburse applicants for eligible hard construction costs from projects that upgrade building heating and cooling systems to less polluting alternatives, as well as implement other energy efficiency measures or on-site renewables.

Rebuild projects need architects, landscape architects, general contractors, plumbers, electricians, and partners to carry out community engagement and more. This is a great opportunity for small businesses in the construction, architecture, landscape and urban planning industries.

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania welcomes all small business entities that meet Department of General Services (DGS) criteria to consider this upcoming new opportunity in construction management. Participation is not restricted to businesses incorporated or residing in Pennsylvania. Specifically, DGS Capital Programs has issued a Small Business Reserve Invitation to Qualify solicitation to pre-qualify for the future procurement of “Construction Management Services”.