My Two Cents: Free SEWEDA class provides value

Mike Neves

Gazette staffer

SEWEDA is a familiar acronym to many folks in Whitman County. It stands for Southeast Washington Economic Development Association. The organization is a 501c3 non-profit, with funding provided at the state level. Its purpose is to help people with their businesses, whether they are existing, or only existing in the minds of would-be entrepreneurs. They focus on helping business startups or already established owners locate funding, grant opportunities and tax incentives. They also offer assistance with business planning, expansion/relocation, program-project developm...