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Inflation and rising debt are putting pressure on households across America, with many families relying more on credit cards just to cover everyday essentials. 📉💳 Read more: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/24/americans-struggling-with-debt-inflation.html?forYou=true

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚 Your mental health matters just as much as your physical health. Take time to rest, recharge, seek support, and check in on the people you care about. A healthy mind helps build a healthier life.

Looking to grow your network and connect with fellow professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders? 🤝 Join the MBCC Networking Mixer for an evening of meaningful conversations, opportunities, and collaboration! 🔗

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🎤 Looking to become a more confident storyteller, speaker, or communicator? Our long-time client, Story District, is hosting engaging workshops designed to help you master the art of storytelling for your career, creative passions, and personal life.

Storytelling Classes | Story District We offer one-on-one coaching and group training for people who want to learn the art of true storytelling. Explore our in-person instruction in Washington DC and live online classes.

🚨 Maryland business owners, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit leaders: this is a webinar series worth adding to your calendar.

The Comptroller of Maryland is hosting a variety of free virtual workshops and webinars designed to help businesses better understand taxes, state contracting opportunities, procurement systems, and upcoming tax law changes in Maryland. Topics include navigating the state’s eMMA procurement platform, understanding certification programs like MBE/SBR/VSBE, and preparing for new tax regulations impacting businesses in 2026.

These webinars are important because they give business owners direct access to information that can help them:

- Avoid costly tax mistakes and compliance issues
- Learn how to compete for Maryland state contracts
- Understand new tax law changes before they impact operations
- Ask questions directly to state officials and tax experts
- Discover tools and resources that can help grow and protect their business

Whether you’re a small business owner, freelancer, nonprofit leader, or entrepreneur looking to expand, these sessions can help you stay informed, financially prepared, and better positioned for opportunities in Maryland’s business ecosystem.

Learn more here:

Virtual Workshops Sign up for upcoming virtual workshops for businesses and non-profits, as well as view video of past events.

🚨 Want access to grant & government contracting opportunities? Join this LIVE Q&A to learn how to set up systems that bring funding opportunities straight to you!

👉 Register now:

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Session 1: Grant Funding & Contracts Clarity Session: Systems, Strategy & Opportunities. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. Join this live Q&A where we break down how to set up systems to receive real-time grant and government contracting opportunities directly to your inbox. We will cover sourcing platforms, funding strategies, and how to position yourself to compete and win. Come ready with your questions and leave wit...

🚀 Entrepreneurship is rising as traditional jobs decline. Thinking about starting a business? This could be your moment.

👉 Read more: https://smallbiztrends.com/entrepreneurship-surges-as-traditional-jobs-decline-data-shows/

Support one of our longtime clients, Story District, at their upcoming show Freaks & Geeks! 🎤
A night of hilarious, real-life teenage stories—awkward, relatable, and unforgettable.
📅 May 14 | 📍 DC
Grab your tickets now:

Freaks & Geeks | Story District Join Story District and Mortified DC on May 14, 2026, for Freaks & Geeks — real teenage diaries, awkward memories, and lots of laughs. Tickets from $30. Season Pass available. Want to share your story? Apply now.

Raising a child now costs $300K+ in the U.S.—and that doesn’t even include college 😳

From childcare to housing, expenses are rising fast. Being financially savvy isn’t optional—it’s essential. Budget, save, and plan now to stay ahead 💸

Raising a child now costs over $300,000 in the U.S., study finds. See how your state compares. Raising a child through age 18 is most expensive in Hawaii, where a family would spend an estimated $412,661 in 2026, LendingTree found.

DC nonprofits in the arts & humanities: funding is available! 🎨 The General Operating Support grant helps sustain your programs, grow your impact, and serve the community. Don’t miss this opportunity—apply and invest in your organization’s future.

General Operating Support | dcarts The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH) is soliciting applications from qualified arts, humanities, or arts education organizations for its Fiscal Year 2027 General Operating Support Grant Program (GOS). Award amounts vary. An award to an individual organization with an annual operating b...