This program is not currently accepting new applications. Stay tuned for more updates and ways to engage!
Hill Builds is a small business accelerator led by the Hill Community Development Corporation (Hill CDC), designed to support minority- and women-owned business enterprises (M/WBEs) and Section 3-certified firms in the construction trades. Rooted in a broader strategy for economic justice and local empowerment, the program helps participants build capacity, increase competitiveness, and gain access to contracting opportunities connected to the significant development underway in the Hill District.
Through Hill Builds, contractors and subcontractors receive specialized training, technical assistance, and direct connections to capital and project pipelines. The program is part of the Hill CDC’s MBE Maximization Initiative and is structured to ensure that Hill District businesses are positioned to participate meaningfully in local and regional development efforts.
Hill Builds: Training & Mentorship for Construction Entrepreneurs
Hill Builds is a business development program led by the Hill CDC to support minority- and women-owned businesses, Section 3-certified firms, and others historically excluded from construction contracting opportunities.
This cohort-based program is designed to strengthen the capacity of small contractors and tradespeople through targeted training, mentorship, and access to real-world development pipelines in the Hill District.
What a Cohort May Include:
- Business Development Workshops
Sessions on estimating, project management, bonding, certifications, and procurement processes. - One-on-One Mentorship
Personalized advising to support business planning, problem-solving, and goal setting. - Connections to Opportunities
Engagements tied to upcoming projects like home rehabs and new construction in the Hill District, plus access to partner programs like BizFit.
Hill Builds is intended for business owners with an operational company looking to grow, qualify for larger contracts, and contribute to local development.
