About Spark Thomasville 

Spark Thomasville is a donor-supported 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to helping underestimated entrepreneurs turn their ideas into thriving businesses. From teens to adults, we provide training, coaching, and access to resources, giving business owners the support they need to succeed.

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About the 12-Week Signature Program

We help entrepreneurs build strong businesses, create jobs, and grow lasting wealth for their families and communities. Through hands-on guidance and a supportive network, the course offers:

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Training:

• Business plan creation

• Financial training for smart money management

• Networking with local business leaders

• Pitch preparation

• Clear pathways to business growth & capital

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Coaches who provide:

• Weekly one-on-one coaching for strategy & growth

• Accountability & feedback to refine business plans

• Resources & connections to expand opportunities

• Milestone tracking for sustainable success

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Funding:

Graduates are eligible apply for loan funding from the Spark Alumni Fund, held with InvestTVL, a Community Development Loan Fund, providing:

• Low-cost capital tailored for underestimated entrepreneurs

• Ongoing coaching & training support

• Help creating opportunities leading to job creation

• Assistance in building to a more economically viable Thomasville community

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Understanding the Application 

The program has a 3-Part Application that includes:

1. Submitting a Business Plan

2. Submitting a Pitch Video Presentation

3. Submitting a Letter of Support

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Application Prep Workshop Series

All entrepreneurs are strongly encouraged attend all 3 Workshops in the Application Prep Series. These workshops are designed to:

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• Cover each section of the 3-Part Application

• Strengthen your program application

• Provide a solid foundation for starting or growing your business

• Help the Spark Team match you with a coach who will work with you one-on-one throughout the 12 weeks

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Sign up below to reserve your space in the application prep workshops.

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Workshop 1 — Business Plan Development Workshop

📅 Tuesday, July 15, 2025 | 🕠 5:30 – 7:00 PM
📍 Chamber of Commerce, 401 South Broad Street, Thomasville, GA

By the end of this workshop, entrepreneurs will:

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• Understand the role and value of a business plan

• List several reasons for developing a business plan

• Identify sources of support for business planning

• Recognize the types of information needed in a business plan

• Begin drafting a business plan outline

By the end of this workshop, entrepreneurs will:

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• Understand the role and value of a business plan

• List several reasons for developing a business plan

• Identify sources of support for business planning

• Recognize the types of information needed in a business plan

• Begin drafting a business plan outline

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Workshop 2 — Pitch Video & Presentation Skills Workshop

📅 Tuesday, July 22, 2025 | 🕠 5:30 – 7:00 PM
📍 Chamber of Commerce

In this workshop you will:

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• Learn ideal pitch content and structure

• Practice how to confidently communicate about your business

• Build a strong brand

• Present yourself, your brand, and your business with clarity

• Get clear on your 'why' and use it to create your pitch video

• Learn techniques to build rapport and authentic connections

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Workshop 3 — Letter of Support & Application Review Workshop

📅 Tuesday, July 29, 2025 | 🕠 5:30 – 7:00 PM
📍 Chamber of Commerce

In this workshop you will:

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• Understand what to include in a Letter of Support

• Identify your entrepreneurial support system

• Review all elements of the 3-Part Application:

  1. Business Plan

  2. Pitch Video

  3. Letter of Support

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Sign up below to reserve your space in the application prep workshops.

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Spark Thomasville’s 2025 12- Signature Program Important Dates

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• Friday, August 1 – 3-Part Application Due

• Tuesday, August 5 – Invitations to participate in the program distributed

• Tuesday, August 12 – 12-Week Training & Coaching Program Begins — Course Fee $205 due

• Tuesday, October 28 – Final Session of the 12-Week Program

• Tuesday, November 11 – Spark Thomasville Graduation & Spark Tank Pitch Competition

• Tuesday, January 13, 2026 – A Year of Spark Connect Program Begins

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Sign up below

 

The Spark Thomasville Community is looking forward to working with you!

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