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Accelerating Growth in Southern Dallas: A New Funding Initiative for Entrepreneurs
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Two organizations dedicated to helping small businesses in North Texas have joined forces to support entrepreneurs in North Texas (Southern Dallas). Start.Pivot.Grow., an accelerator powered by Integrality, and PeopleFund, a Texas-based Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), have launched a new initiative to help established businesses prepare for and access capital. This program runs from March 1, 2026, through May 31, 2026, and aims to help businesses scale toward their first $1 million in revenue.
This partnership is supported by The UPS Foundation and Wells Fargo Foundation and focuses on businesses that have already reached $100,000 or more in annual revenue. The goal is to provide these entrepreneurs with the tools and resources they need to grow successfully via small business grant funds and debt capital.
Small businesses in Southern Dallas are preparing to scale with new funding support.
What the Initiative Offers to Dallas Entrepreneurs
This initiative provides a range of services designed to help businesses get ready for funding and growth. Here are some of the key offerings:
Free access to a self-paced online Loan Packaging Course
This program helps business owners understand what lenders look for and how to prepare their loan applications effectively.
Interactive digital loan preparation planner
Entrepreneurs can organize their financial documents and plan their loan requests step-by-step.
One hour of complimentary loan package analysis
After completing the loan preparation course, businesses can schedule a free loan preparation analysis. This service reviews their loan package to identify strengths and areas for improvement. This is a valuable resource to increase the chances of loan approval. You can learn more about this service at Free Loan Preparation Analysis.
Small business grants from PeopleFund valued up to $4,000
These grants provide additional financial support to help businesses invest in growth activities. Subject to rules and approval by PeopleFund for those who apply for a loan with PeopleFund.
30-day complimentary access to KPIXAI BizTech Growth Platform
This platform offers tools and insights to help businesses improve operations and scale efficiently. 30-day free trial for new subscribers www.kpixai.com
Growth Readiness Score and strategic scaling assessment
Businesses receive a clear picture of their current readiness to grow and practical advice on next steps. In KPXIAI.com
Opportunity to apply for low-interest debt capital
Qualified businesses can access affordable loans to fund expansion plans. Subject to PeopleFund underwriting approval. Start.Pivot.Grow. our free training course and analysis help to improve your odds. Grant funds can be used to improve your personal or business credit and working capital.
Why Capital Readiness Matters
Many small businesses struggle to access funding because they are not fully prepared to present their financials or business plans to lenders. This initiative focuses on capital readiness, which means helping businesses get organized and ready to apply for loans or grants.
Cynthia Nevels, Founder of Integrality and Start.Pivot.Grow., explains, “We are ensuring that Accelerator alumni and others in Dallas/Fort Worth not only have access to capital, but are properly structured to qualify and deploy it strategically.”
By combining education, analysis, and access to capital, this program helps businesses avoid common pitfalls that can delay or prevent funding. Our goal is to serve 50 entrepreneurs between March 1st to May 31st.
How the Free Loan Preparation Analysis Supports Growth
One of the standout services in this initiative is the Free Loan Preparation Analysis. After completing the online loan preparation course [Prep My Loan], business owners can gather their documents and schedule a one-hour session with experts who review their loan package prior to submitting to underwriters for full review.
This analysis helps entrepreneurs:
Understand if their loan application is complete and clear
Identify missing or weak information that could hurt their chances
Get advice on how to improve their financial presentation
Build confidence before submitting loan requests
This service is especially useful for businesses aiming to scale from $100,000 to $1 million in revenue. Proper loan packaging can make the difference between approval and rejection.
Who Should Apply
This initiative is designed for established businesses in North Texas [Southern Dallas] that:
Have completed the Start.Pivot.Grow. Accelerator program (not mandatory)
Alumni earning $100,000 or more in annual revenue
Are preparing to scale toward their first $1 million in revenue
Entrepreneurs who meet these criteria can benefit greatly from the structured support and funding opportunities offered.
How to Enroll and Get Started
Enrollment is now open. Eligible Start.Pivot.Grow. Accelerator alumni are encouraged to apply early to take full advantage of the program.
To get started, businesses should:
Register for the self-paced Loan Packaging Program (use the discount code PEOPLEFUNDGRANT to enroll in the online course for free)
Use the interactive loan preparation planner to organize documents (after enrollment, download the Loan Package Planner (PDF) for free)
Schedule the free loan preparation analysis after completing the course, gathering your documents, and obtaining your certificate of completion online
Subscribe to KPIXAI BizTech Growth Platform (30-day free trial to access your Business Growth Readiness Score Report in KPIXAI and Quick Analysis) www.kpixai.com
Prepare to apply for low-interest loans to fund expansion and PeopleFund grant (up to $4,000 - this is not a guarantee PeopleFund will evaluate applications for grant approval based on criteria)
This step-by-step approach helps businesses build a strong foundation for growth.
Building a Stronger Business Community in Southern Dallas
This partnership between Start.Pivot.Grow. and PeopleFund is more than just funding. It is about building a stronger business community by providing entrepreneurs with the knowledge, tools, and resources they need to succeed.
By focusing on capital readiness, the program helps businesses avoid common mistakes and positions them for long-term success. The combination of education, grant support, and access to affordable loans creates a clear path from preparation to growth.
Entrepreneurs in Southern Dallas now have a valuable opportunity to take their businesses to the next level with expert guidance and financial support.
Entrepreneurs ready to grow should mark their calendars for March 1, 2026, and prepare to enroll in this comprehensive initiative. With the right preparation and support, scaling to $1 million in revenue is within reach.
For more information about the free loan preparation analysis and other services, watch the Orientation Video for instructions and details.
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