Start Something Big This Small Business Month
Whether you’re dreaming of launching something new or ready to grow what you’ve already built, this is your moment. Operation HOPE is here with expert coaching, powerful tools, and a step-by-step support system to help you move with confidence—and community.
Your Small Business ToolkitNo matter where you are in your journey, our specialized toolkit meets you there—with powerful tools and real support to help you take the next step. |
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Step 1
Launch
Build Your Business with Confidence.
Begin your entrepreneurship journey with HOPE’s Business Plan Builder, powered by Visa. This tool is part of our self-guided Small Business Development coaching modules, available when you register for a HOPE account. Choose Small Business Development or One Million Black Businesses to unlock the Business Plan builder.
Inside, you’ll uncover your “why,” craft the story of your business, and develop a strong, actionable business plan—whether you’re launching for the first time or upgrading your current operations. Move at your own pace and begin laying the foundation for your business dream.
Click below to register for your HOPE account at no cost to you to begin.
Step 2
grow
Smart coaching + AI that has your back.
Once you’ve built your plan, connect with a certified HOPE coach and unlock access to Mastercard’s Small Business AI—a virtual business advisor designed to help you brainstorm, troubleshoot, and take your next best step.
From product pricing to marketing ideas, this digital coaching tool is available 24/7 to answer your questions and guide your strategy. Combined with real-world insights from your HOPE coach, it’s a powerful way to turn ideas into action and build for growth.
When you create your HOPE account, select your business program and check the option to explore the Mastercard AI tool. I’s all available to you at no cost, right inside your client portal.
Step 3
SCALE
Upgrade your business with Shopify.
If you’re ready to take your business online, then get ready to launch your digital storefront with Shopify for just $1. Through the One Million Black Businesses initiative, Shopify is helping underrepresented founders expand their footprint by giving participants 6 months of Shopify for less than the price of a candy bar!
After you’ve registered for the program through the free HOPE portal, 1MBB participants can access this deal by selecting the “Get on Shopify” option inside their program dashboard.
Enjoy this offer alongside other program benefits including personalized coaching, curated tools, and exclusive webinars.
How We’re Helping Entrepreneurs Thrive
Business is personal. So, we treat it that way.
At Operation HOPE, we’ve helped over 6,000 new businesses get started and supported more than 460,000 entrepreneurs on their journey in the last year alone.
Through our signature program in partnership with Shopify, 1MBB, we provide:
- No-cost coaching
- Expert-led courses
- Practical business tools
- A supportive network of builders like you
Whether you’re in a small town or a big city, new to business or ready to expand—we’re here to help you build with purpose.
Real Stories. Real Progress.
Kayla’s Italian Ice
What began as a simple wish to bring a piece of my own childhood memories to life, to recreate the joy of a New York summer, blossomed into something far greater—a shared dream between mother and daughter. Together, they have taken an idea and turned it into a reality, a tangible manifestation of creativity and entrepreneurship, family legacy, and a deeper mother-daughter bond.
Ready to Build?
This Small Business Month, take the next step toward the future you see. We’ll bring the tools, the team, and the encouragement—you bring the dream.
