Fuel the next generation of Central MA entrepreneurs.
The Wachusett Business Incubator is asking business owners, community partners, and neighbors to invest in the dreams of aspiring entrepreneurs across our 40-town region. Every donation is tax-deductible and 100% of it pours directly back into the programs that help founders launch and grow.
"We turn your ideas into reality."
Since 2014, WBI has provided free coaching, training, and connections to hundreds of founders — at no cost to them. That's only possible because of donors like you.
- Towns
- 40
- Since
- 2014
- Cost
- $0
100% reinvested into programs for founders.
WBI is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We don't pay salaries to leadership and we don't charge entrepreneurs for our services. Every dollar donated is poured directly back into resources, mentorship, and support for aspiring business owners.
1-on-1 Mentorship
Pairing founders with operators, accountants, attorneys, and marketers who've been there — completely free of charge.
Workshops & Training
Hands-on classes in AI, marketing, bookkeeping, licensing, and the practical skills small businesses need to thrive.
Catapult Pitch Program
Our flagship November program awards $25,000 plus an intensive WBI mentorship to one breakthrough Central MA entrepreneur.
Radio Show & Outreach
Amplifying local founders' stories and educating the community about the resources available to start and grow a business.
Events & Community
Networking nights, panel discussions, and pitch events that connect entrepreneurs with funders, partners, and customers.
Direct Founder Resources
Licensing fees, supplier connections, software stipends, and the tactical help that removes barriers for early-stage owners.
A note to fellow business owners.
You already know what it takes to build something from nothing — the late nights, the unanswered questions, the moments you wished someone had been there to point you in the right direction.
That's the gap WBI fills for the next wave of Central Massachusetts entrepreneurs. We're inquiring with the business community for donations because the demand for free coaching, workshops, and pitch resources keeps growing — and we want to say yes to every founder who walks through our door.
Every dollar is reinvested into programs. No executive salaries. No fundraising overhead. Just mentorship, training, and tangible support for the people who will become the next generation of employers, taxpayers, and community leaders in our 40-town region.
When you donate to WBI, you're not funding an organization — you're funding a founder.
Choose the gift that fits.
All donations to the Greater Gardner Business Incubator Network, Inc. are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Friend
$100
Sponsors one founder's workshop seat.
Supporter
$500
Funds a half-day mentorship sprint.
Champion
$1,000+
Underwrites a full cohort of resources.
Prefer another way?
Send a check payable to Greater Gardner Business Incubator Network, Inc. to 82 Main Street, Gardner, MA 01440, or reach out for ACH, stock, or major-gift options.
EIN available upon request · 501(c)(3) tax-deductible