Veterans Resources
Startup Training Resources to Inspire Veteran Entrepreneurship (STRIVE)
The Startup Training Resources to Inspire Veteran Entrepreneurship (STRIVE) program is part of a landmark initiative that transforms veterans and
- STRIVE is a free local program for veterans with a budding business. The program helps to identify, overcome and mitigate challenges to pave the way for veteran business ownership success.
- STRIVE empowers veterans, military members, and their families to live the American dream.
- STRIVE aims to open the door to economic opportunity for veterans, National Guard members, and reservists by developing their competencies in creating and sustaining an entrepreneurial venture.
A veterans education benefit program at the COCC Small Business Development Center — the first of its kind in the state of Oregon — enables eligible vets and service members to enroll in educational programming using GI Bill® assistance.
Approved by the Oregon State Approving Agency, this benefit certification opens doors of opportunity for veterans throughout Central Oregon, funding access to non-credit business classes, entrepreneurial workshops and an immersive Small Business Management Program.
From condensed digital marketing courses to upper-management decision-making training, discover the non-credit education options covered by the GI Bill® and put your innovation into action.
Veterans can contact the Small Business Development Center at 541-383-7290 or sbdc@cocc.edu to learn more and get started by scheduling a benefits appointment.
Learn about additional veterans benefits at COCC, including credit-based programs and student services.