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Empowering Nonprofits & Small Businesses for Impactful Growth

Build the Structure. Secure the Funding. Grow the Impact.

“From Vision to Funding — We Help You Grow with Purpose.”

About The Business Garden

The Business Garden helps nonprofit founders, leaders, and small business owners start, structure, and scale organizations that are funding-ready.

We provide strategic guidance, tools, and connections to help you build strong foundations, secure funding, and grow sustainably. Whether you’re preparing for grants, contracts, or capital opportunities, we help you position your organization for success.

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Let us plant the seed so you can grow

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🌱 Who We Serve

We help changemakers turn community ideas into sustainable impact.
Whether you’re just starting your nonprofit or preparing for your first grant, we’ll guide you step-by-step through structure, strategy, and funding readiness.

Our Clients Include:
Nonprofits
Small businesses 
Community-based organizations
Faith-based groups

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💡 Our Approach

We believe funding follows readiness.
That’s why The Business Garden focuses on the three essentials:

  1. Structure: Build a compliant, credible foundation

  2. Strategy: Align your mission with funder priorities

  3. Sustainability: Develop systems to grow beyond the grant

🌿 Our Services

From Vision to Funding — We Help You Grow with Purpose

The Business Garden provides practical tools and expert guidance to help nonprofits and small businesses build strong foundations, access funding, and grow sustainably. Whether you’re developing your first program or preparing for your next contract, we’ll help you create the systems and strategies that funders and partners trust.

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🌟 Why Choose The Business Garden

1️⃣ Deep Roots in Impact Leadership

Over a decade of experience in nonprofit management, education, and community development.

2️⃣ Proven Funding Expertise

A track record of helping organizations secure local, state, and federal funding.

3️⃣ Tools Built for Founders

Custom frameworks, templates, and systems created specifically for emerging organizations — not corporate models.

4️⃣ Growth With Purpose

A mission-first approach rooted in growth, equity, and sustainability.

✨ Free Resource

Not sure where to start?
Take our Grant Readiness Quiz and receive your Free Nonprofit Startup Checklist instantly.

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🌱 Nonprofit Startup Consulting

Start with structure. We help you form your nonprofit, write bylaws, and set up the systems you need for compliance and credibility.

💡 Grant Readiness Assessments

Before you apply, get funding-ready. We review your documents, data, and organizational capacity so you can qualify for more opportunities.

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🌿 Funding Strategy Sessions

Get a clear roadmap for your next 6–12 months of growth. Identify aligned grants, contracts, and funding partners.

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📝 Grant Writing & Research

We find the right funders and craft proposals that capture your mission and impact — from local to federal levels.

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📦 Digital Toolkits & Templates

Access ready-to-use resources to help your organization grow — from checklists and board templates to full grant funnel systems.

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3 Steps to Grow With The Business Garden

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🪴 1️⃣ Book Your Session

Start by scheduling your Funding Strategy Session or downloading your Free Grant Readiness Checklist.
We’ll learn about your mission, goals, and funding needs.

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🌿 2️⃣ Strategize for Success

Together, we’ll assess your readiness and create a custom funding roadmap — aligning your organization with the right grants, contracts, or funding streams.

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🌱 3️⃣ Grow With Confidence

You’ll leave with a clear plan, actionable steps, and the tools to grow sustainably — whether you’re a nonprofit or small business.

Who We Serve

Helping mission-driven leaders grow from vision to funding — with structure, strategy, and sustainability.

1️⃣ Nonprofit Founders & Startups

For individuals starting a new 501(c)(3) or transforming an idea into an organization.
We help you with formation, bylaws, board structure, and readiness for future funding.

2️⃣ Established Nonprofits

For active nonprofits ready to pursue grants, contracts, or scale their impact.
We support you with grant readiness, strategic planning, capacity building, and funding roadmap development.

3️⃣ Small Businesses Seeking Funding or Contracts

For mission-driven businesses seeking government contracts, certifications, or business funding (not grants).
We guide you through certification (MWBE/DBE), vendor registration, capability statements, and funding strategy.

4️⃣ Community Leaders & Social Enterprises

For grassroots leaders, community programs, and social ventures not yet structured as nonprofits.
We help assess your vision and determine the best path — nonprofit formation, fiscal sponsorship, or partnership funding.

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