Why Join GROW Nebraska?
GROW Nebraska Scholarship Information
- Year 1 | Pay $100 | Scholarship $100
- Year 2 | Pay $150 | Scholarship $50
- Year 3 | Pay $175 | Scholarship $25
- Year 4 | Pay $200 | Full Price
- Year 1 | Pay $175 | Scholarship $175
- Year 2 | Pay $225 | Scholarship $125
- Year 3 | Pay $275 | Scholarship $75
- Year 4 | Pay $350 | Full Price
GNWBC Bundle Membership Scholarship
- Year 1 | Pay $75 | Scholarship $275
- Year 2 | Pay $175 | Scholarship $175
- Year 3 | Pay $225 | Scholarship $125
- Year 4 | Pay $275 | Scholarship $75
- Year 5 | Pay $350 | Full Price
Why Should I Become a GROW Nebraska® Member?
Training & Education
MARKETING TRAINING.
Need help getting on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, LinkedIn or Google Places? We offer free individual assistance to get you started in the social media world. This can be a valuable addition to your marketing plan.
MEMBER-ONLY & ON-DEMAND TRAININGS.
Our members have access to a wide variety of customized in-person and online business trainings to assist with strategic business planning and growth.
GROW WITH GOOGLE TRAINING.
We offer free Grow With Google Trainings the first Wednesday of every month. Our Google Trainings are offered in English and Spanish.
Marketing & Advertising
BUSINESS PROMOTION.
From market testing to spotlights and email blasts, we make it a priority to promote and advertise our members throughout the year in print and online.
MEMBER DIRECTORY WEBPAGE.
We provide all of our members with a member directory page on the GROW Nebraska® website. This webpage is easy for members to update with the latest information, videos, photos, events, and job openings. Having your own web page is a powerful tool for search engine optimization (SEO) and is key for small businesses looking for exposure in today’s marketplace.
SOCIAL MEDIA.
GROW Nebraska® is very active on social media, and we use these platforms—Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, YouTube, and TikTok—to reach thousands of fans and followers with information about our members. We are also happy to post or repost information about your business on our social media platforms to highlight your products or services.
Networking & Coaching
ONE-ON-ONE MONITORING.
We pride ourselves on connecting with our members in a personalized way, including one-on-one business mentoring and coaching. This service includes an initial consultation and as many follow-up conferences as each member desires. We listen to your hopes and dreams and come alongside you to offer our support and encouragement!
WE SUPPORT ONE ANOTHER.
We encourage our members to utilize one another’s businesses as much as possible and network by word of mouth and direct communication. The personal relationships we build with one another serve to benefit all of our members and their businesses.
Financial Support Opportunities
ACCESS TO MICRO LOANS.
GROW Nebraska® partners with organizations like Nebraska Enterprise Fund, Center For Rural Affairs, and Small Business Association (SBA) to help connect members with micro loans.
FINANCIAL AID PARTNERSHIP AND SCHOLARSHIPS.
We understand the need for creative financing and have partnered with a number of organizations to assist our members financially. We also have scholarships and financial aid available for low income members and those with special circumstances.
Retail Access***
MARKET TESTING.
There are many perks associated with our Product membership in particular. You can set up a table any day of the week at our Kearney retail store. You can offer samples or just talk about your product to potential customers. Customers want experiential shopping; they want to meet the artist, author, designer or manufacturer. Think about it like a farmer’s market or craft show but without the booth feel. It is a great opportunity to launch a new product, get feedback on a current product, and build your brand.
PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY.
In the age of online shopping, stunning product photos are more important than ever. GROW Nebraska® can help you make your products shine with professional photography.
BRICK-AND-MORTAR STORE.
GROW Nebraska® members have opportunities to sell their products at our Kearney retail location on the Younes Campus, in pop-up stores, and at the Nebraska State Fair.
EXPORT OPPORTUNITIES.
GROW Nebraska® works hard to help Nebraska businesses reach markets far beyond Nebraska’s and our nation’s borders.
SELLING AND WHOLESALE.
Members are able to join our Mark It to Market UPC program. ($25/code with $5 annual renewal fee). GROW Nebraska® has a UPC Program to help GROW Members get on Amazon and work with large businesses. GROW Nebraska® works with a number of partners for wholesale opportunities.
ECOMMERCE.
With the help of our eCommerce site, our GROW Nebraska® members benefit from a strong web presence. Sell your products through our online platforms including BuyNebraska.com, Amazon, Etsy, Walmart and eBay.
