Programs

  • Workforce Development Training Program

    The incumbent worker training program administered by Knox St. Studios in the Triad are of North Carolina has significantly impacted the local workforce. By leveraging Google Certificates in Cyber Security and Digital Marketing, the program has equipped existing employees with critical, in-demand skills, enhancing their career prospects and improving business operations. Additionally, the training for small business owners to manage development contracts has empowered local entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools to effectively navigate and secure business opportunities, driving economic growth and innovation in the region.
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    Dates
    Jan 1, 2023 – Dec 31, 2023
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    $129.9K

  • STEM Education and Innovation Initiative

    The City of Durhams ARPA-funded program has made significant strides in advancing STEM education for middle and high school students, with a strong emphasis innovation. Supported by Duke Universitys School of Engineering, the initiative has provided students with hands-on learning experiences and access to cutting edge resources, fostering a new generation of innovators. Additionally, the programs successful launch of Techstars Startup Weekends has built a vibrant community around entrepreneurship, encouraging the development of innovative ideas and providing a platform for young entrepreneurs to collaborate and grow.
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    Dates
    Jan 1, 2023 – Dec 31, 2023
    Source
    990
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    $172.8K

  • Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Development

    Knox St. Studios, as a subrecipient of the SBA Community Navigator Program grant, played a crucial role in marketing outreach. This collaboration aims to foster a diverse, equitable, and innovative entrepreneurial ecosystem in Durham by uniting various organizations and grassroot leaders. The project leverages longstanding support from the City of Durham and Durham County, combined with Forward Cities national capacity-building expertise, to create a robust model for connecting the local economy.
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    Dates
    Jan 1, 2023 – Dec 31, 2023
    Source
    990
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    $0