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.

The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh (HACP) is requesting proposals for Technical Accounting Services. The referenced RFP/RFQ#150-15-26 is available for viewing and download on their website.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the largest global event in history. This expansion to a 48-team format across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada creates immense opportunities for host cities, businesses, and communities. The scale of this event demands extensive preparation and adaptability.

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.

Whether you’re planning to open a restaurant or simply want your restaurant to be more profitable, this series will help you skip the learning curve and beat the odds on your way to a successful, profitable business. Students will be selected by a team of professionals.

In this event, participants will master effective prompt engineering to generate high-quality academic and market data from AI tools, focusing on precision and relevance.

In this webinar, you’ll learn how to build a marketing plan designed specifically for major events happening near your business. They'll walk through practical ways to combine digital marketing with physical visibility so your business shows when attendees are looking around or online.

Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, don’t miss this opportunity to learn, engage, and explore how PennDOT can support your business goals!

Join Lizzie’s Love Cakes for a heartwarming afternoon filled with storytelling, baking and remembrance. You will craft mini pound cake bites, while discovering baking tips and impactful stories behind our featured recipe. Each workshop pays tribute to a specific ancestor with a custom cake recipe dedicated to them.

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.

The Kitty Fund makes small micro investments in Moms who are running employer-based small businesses with two or more employees. The National Grant for Mother-Owned Businesses offers a total of $20,000 to 20 Mompreneurs nationwide.

Join AACCNJ for an engaging and informative conference designed to address some of the most pressing economic and business issues impacting the Black community across the state. This dynamic program will feature three in-depth panel discussions led by respected industry experts, thought leaders, and practitioners.

The Forum Foundation Catalyst Award seeks to elevate four women leaders poised for greater positive impact. One winner will be selected from each of the following sectors: Private, Public, Nonprofit, Entrepreneurship.

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 series will provide clarity on lending expectations, introduce traditional and non-traditional funding options, and highlight state, local, and federal resources available to small businesses.

This Expo brings together state agencies, city departments, lenders, and technical assistance providers to provide direct access to capital, compliance guidance, tax education, contracting pathways, and legal resources.

Join POWER on April 30 for our next Emerging Leaders Bootcamp: Fine Tune Your Leadership Mindset with Dr. Michael Brenner to learn his CHORDS Model™, a leadership framework inspired by the world of musical performance.

At H.E.R. you are your only priority. Breakfast will be prepared and waiting for you. After breakfast you will: Immerse yourself in interactive and creative experiences. Engage in authentic dialogue. Create customized tools to support your specific needs. H.E.R. Daylong Spring Retreat is a perfect way to relax, rejuvenate, reset and prioritize YOU.

Join CWE in celebrating this milestone and investing in the next chapter of CWE’s work. Enjoy networking and refreshments with short remarks at 6:15PM. With your support, CWE can continue expanding access to education, counseling, and resources that help small business owners grow and succeed.

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.

With a new, forward-thinking audience in mind, the Juneteenth Innovation Expo will engage entrepreneurs, creators, companies, and social media influencers who are eager to showcase ideas, build connections, and participate in matchmaking opportunities.

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”.