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Exciting News: buildJUSTLY Receives WSMA Grant to Support Microbusiness Growth!
Published on February 21, 2024 by Jodie Char

🎉 We're excited to share that buildJUSTLY has been awarded its first grant from the Washington State Microenterprise Association (WSMA)! This grant aims to support microbusinesses across Washington State, and we're proud to be part of this initiative.
 
💻Businesses that leverage technology effectively grow 80% faster than their counterparts. We recognize the unique and systemic challenges faced by women, BIPOC, and rural small business owners. Our focus is on comprehensive gap bridging—fostering hope and resilience by assisting in navigating the daily adaptive challenges inherent in business ownership and technology.
 
🤝We've interviewed numerous small business owners from historically marginalized communities, many of whom express being pressed for time and only able to address challenges as they arise. Often feeling overwhelmed and isolated, they resort to short-term solutions, which can hinder their long-term goals and confidence.

💫Our mobile-optimized website will offer short-form videos made by fellow small business owners covering an array of easily digestible technology concepts. These videos will enable businesses to take positive, actionable steps towards outcomes that build hope and a sense of empowerment.
 
🚀 Stay tuned as we unveil this uniquely designed resource, intended to engage and inspire!
 
🙌 We extend our heartfelt thanks to WSMA for its support in championing the growth and resilience of microbusinesses in our state. 🌟 #buildJUSTLY #WSMA #EvergreenBizlink ✨ #EmpowerMicrobusinesses #InnovateThriveGrow