Empowering 
business owners 
across the DC area
Access Point was born from District Bridges as a resource for free technical assistance for small DC businesses. The online learning platform was created to provide solutions for common business concerns. District Bridges helps build a solid foundation which Access Point then builds upon by helping you find experts to help your business.
District Bridges: A hands-on approach to community development and small business support.
District Bridges is a nonprofit organization committed to building a community in which businesses, individuals, and organizations thrive. DB works closely with many agencies and organizations to find and create funding for small businesses in DC such as: Business Grants / Facade Improvement Program / Business Preservation Assistance Program / Capital Access Program. You can think of District Bridges as the ultimate planning tool for a fledgling business or non-profit.
District Bridges provides support such as: Board Development / Business Development / Business Grant Implementation / Technical Assistance / Workplanning and Budgeting / Strategic Planning and Fundraising Development / Leadership Development and Executive Coaching / Organizational Crisis Management & Transition Planning / Internal Systems Evaluation and Optimization / Business Health Checks / Office Rentals
How it works:
Sign up
Register for your free account to receive full access to our catalog of courses and downloadable resources.
Choose Course
Select a course based on your own individual business goals and needs. Each lesson concludes with a quiz, allowing you to monitor and maximize your understanding of the course material.
Grow your business
Utilize and implement any helpful techniques and strategies from completed courses to elevate your business.
Funders and Partners
Our work in DC and beyond would not be possible without the committed donors, sponsors, and partners who support our work. We are grateful to the many DC agencies, foundations, businesses, members, and private donors who support our work. Thank you!
For nearly a century, the Markle Foundation has worked to improve the economic well-being, health, and national security for all Americans.
The mission of the Mayor’s Office on Latino Affairs (MOLA) is to improve the quality of life of the District’s Latino residents by addressing a broad range of social and economic needs through strategic management of public and private partnerships, expertise on policy, community relations, civic engagement, and community-based grants.
The mission of the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is to produce and preserve opportunities for affordable housing and economic development and to revitalize underserved communities in the District of Columbia.
The DC Workforce Investment Council (WIC) serves as the pivotal workforce policy and investment board for the District of Columbia.
In 2023, the DC WIC developed the Talent Development Technical Assistance (TDTA) initiative to support District businesses in adopting inclusive, skills-based hiring practices.
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program supports community development activities to build stronger and more resilient communities. To support community development, activities are identified through an ongoing process.
Frequently Asked Questions
A place to ease any confusion surrounding Access Points affiliation with District Bridges
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