Stay Ahead: Your Guide to Fairfax County Business Resources
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- Business and grant opportunities
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- Start-up cohorts
- Government programs and more
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Fuel Your Growth: Highlights from the April 2026 Newsletter
Claim Your Tariff Refunds: Don't miss out on potential duty recoveries under the recent IEEPA ruling—audit your records immediately and contact your customs broker before the June 13 deadline.
Celebrate with Fairfax CORE: Join us as we mark two years of fueling local success by connecting you to our robust network of over 120 resource partners.
Power Up During Small Business Week: Register now for our dynamic lineup of local workshops, webinars, and the Small Business Resource Expo (May 3–9) to gain the competitive edge your business needs.
Attend the SBA Virtual Summit: Tap into expert insights and free resources at the National Small Business Week virtual summit on May 5–6.
Secure Vital Funding: Apply by April 23 for the $25,000 NAACP/L’Oréal beauty grants, or explore high-impact technological funding through America’s Seed Fund.
Get Expert Guidance: Take advantage of the Entrepreneur Help Desk for personalized support, or submit your toughest business questions to our "Ask the Expert" column for a chance to be featured.
Level Up Your Skills: Advance your business knowledge by registering for our upcoming April workshops on mobile app development, securing capital, and business franchising.
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