Riverside County Small Business Thrive Program
Riverside County has been allocated American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to support and help rebuild the Riverside County business startup ecosystem and support businesses that were negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Funding will provide small business startup assistance and support for existing businesses to stabilize and grow by providing needed technical and grant funding for operational costs.
The RivCo Small Business Thrive Program (Thrive Program) consists of training, technical and financial assistance with the collaboration of two partners: AmPac Business Capital (AmPac) and Cal State Fullerton University Auxiliary Services Corporation (ASC).
Grants will be awarded in amounts ranging from $1,000 - $5,000, depending on the type of business being started or expanded.
The program requires applicants attend one of the Thrive training webinars/workshops, receive one-on-one consulting services through ASC and financial literacy training from AmPac and/or SBDC in order to receive a grant.
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PAST Thrive Workshop - Stayed tuned for more workshops in 2026!
From Local to Global
If your business — whether product-based or service-based — has been operating in Riverside County since January 1, 2024, and you’re looking to expand to new markets around the world, this series is designed for you.
At the completion of the program, eligible participants may apply for a County of Riverside grant of $5,000.
Date: January 27- February 17, 2026
Time: 2- 4 PM PDT
Location: Online
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For more information:
To learn more about the Thrive Program training, and view the qualifying criteria, click the SBDC button below.
For additional information on the Thrive Program please contact us at [email protected] or 951.955.8916. As programming is available, information will be shared on our social media and in newsletters.
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