BE$T

08/12/2026

TODAY’S THE DAY!

Our African American Community Focus Group is happening TONIGHT from 5:30–7:00 PM!

Interested in joining the conversation? There’s still an opportunity to participate! Please reach out to [email protected] for more information.

We want to hear directly from community members about their experiences, needs, and what they would like to see for the future of Kitsap County.

🎁 $25 gift card for participants
🍕 Pizza & refreshments provided

Already registered? We can’t wait to see you tonight!

Your experiences matter. Your voice matters.

07/06/2026

06/02/2026

Preparing Kitsap businesses for the opportunities ahead! ⚽

The Asset Building Coalition of Kitsap and BE$T (Business Education Support & Training) team recently partnered to host a special event focused on helping local small businesses prepare for the excitement and economic opportunities that the upcoming FIFA World Cup will bring to the Puget Sound region.

Participants learned about available resources, best practices, and strategies to help their businesses attract visitors, increase visibility, and make the most of this global event.

A special thank you to Irene Moyer from the Greater Kitsap Chamber for sharing valuable insights and opportunities available to our local business community.

Thank you as well to Arber Metuku, Marketing Director of Kitsap Community Resources, for presenting marketing strategies to help businesses prepare for increased tourism and visibility opportunities, and to Joyce Oswald for facilitating the event and fostering meaningful discussion, networking, and collaboration among participants.

05/04/2026

This is what we do 👇
Helping people build confidence, skills, and real opportunities.

If you’ve been thinking about getting back into the workforce or leveling up, this is your sign.

No resume? No confidence? No problem.
We’ll help you build both — step by step.

Join our free, in-person employment workshops and get real support with resumes, interviews, and job searching.

Resume Building
📍 3200 Rainshadow Ct, Port Orchard
📅 May 6 | 1:00–3:00 PM

📍 1201 Park Ave, Bremerton
📅 May 7 | 1:00–3:00 PM

Interview Skills & Techniques
📍 1201 Park Ave, Bremerton
📅 May 13 | 1:00–3:00 PM

📍 3200 Rainshadow Ct, Port Orchard
📅 May 14 | 1:00–3:00 PM

✔ Free
✔ Practical
✔ Supportive

To pre-register contact:
[email protected] | (360) 473-2077

04/02/2026

We are incredibly proud of our graduates and all they have accomplished throughout our 8-week Business Education Program, offered in both Spanish and English.

Over the past several weeks, these entrepreneurs have built a strong foundation in marketing, taxes, business planning, networking, sales, and more, all while demonstrating commitment, resilience, and vision. Programs like this are designed to make entrepreneurship accessible, providing high-quality training for as little as $60.

We wish this cohort continued success and look forward to seeing many of them grow and thrive as business owners across Kitsap County—something we are fortunate to witness time and time again.

Graduation is just the beginning. Our participants will continue their journey through our Business Networking Group, meeting twice a month to stay connected, collaborate, and keep building their businesses.

Our next Business Education Support & Training cohorts are starting soon:

BE$T – 8 Weeks in English
Starts April 14
Every Tuesday | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Register here: https://www.kcr.org/business-education/

BE$T – 7 Weeks in Spanish
Starts April 18
Every Saturday | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
To register, call: 770-899-2860

If you’re in Kitsap County or the surrounding area and want to build your own business, join our next cohort and become part of a growing community of entrepreneurs.