Next Wave Preparedness Wins NVME Mini-Grant to Boost Marketing

by Jennifer DeJoy | Mar 21, 2026 | News, Start a Business

New Ventures Maine recently announced the winners of the statewide 2026 Marketing Mini-Grant Competition. Next Wave Preparedness was the $1,000 mini-grant winner for Southern Maine. Next Wave Preparedness provides emergency preparedness and business advisory services...

Timber Candle Bar & Boutique Receives Marketing Mini-Grant

by Jennifer DeJoy | Mar 21, 2026 | News, Start a Business

New Ventures Maine recently announced the winners of the statewide 2026 Marketing Mini-Grant Competition. Timber Candle Bar & Boutique is a Northern Maine winner of a $1,000 mini-grant to boost marketing. Timber Candle Bar & Boutique is a one-of-a-kind candle...

Sunshine Nutrition Wins Marketing Mini-Grant for Western Maine

by Jennifer DeJoy | Mar 20, 2026 | News, Start a Business

New Ventures Maine recently announced the winners of their statewide 2026 Marketing Mini-Grant Competition. Sunshine Nutrition is the $1,000 mini-grant winner in Western Maine. Located in Poland, the company strives to provide healthier options for drinks and snacks,...

Aroostook Garage Doors Receives Mini-Grant to Boost Marketing

by Jennifer DeJoy | Mar 20, 2026 | News, Start a Business

New Ventures Maine recently announced the winners of the statewide 2026 Marketing Mini-Grant Competition. Aroostook Garage Doors is a Northern Maine winner of a $1,000 mini-grant to boost marketing. Aroostook Garage Doors offers garage door installation and repair....

Business Basics (Online)

by SarahH | Dec 30, 2025

This three-week class (three 90-minute sessions) is for those thinking about or in the early start-up phase of a new business. Our professional staff will help you assess the feasibility, desirability, and viability of your business idea and get you started with your...