Rural Spark
for New Businesses in Rural JoCo
Entrepreneurship training for new businesses in rural Johnston County
Supported by Johnston Community College Small Business Center and Truist Foundation
Join us for the REAL Entrepreneurship Program designed to equip participants with the mindset and skills necessary to transform ideas into impactful ventures.
This program requires attendance to eight classes from 5:30 PM- 8:30 PM:
- Monday, September 28, 2026
- Monday, October 5, 2026
- Monday, October 12, 2026
- Monday, October 19, 2026
- Monday, October 26, 2026
- Monday, November 9, 2026
- Monday, November 16, 2026
- Monday, November 23, 2026
- Pitch competition: Date to be determined
Dinner is provided.
Grant awards:
- 1st Place: $2500
- 2nd Place: $1500
- 3rd Place: $1000
Registration does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
In order to be considered for participation, you must complete the application.
After completing registration, please click the continue button to be redirected to the application.
Applicants who are accepted will receive a confirmation by email in September.
Applicant businesses must be opening in a rural community of Johnston County, NC
Please Read:Terms and conditions apply.
Supporters: Truist Foundation
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