Registration Now Open for The Academy at The Point
Charlottesville, VA (August 28, 2025) – The Point is excited to announce that registration is now open for the fall semester of The Academy, a 10-week entrepreneurship course designed to equip aspiring and current business owners with the tools, mentorship, and community support they need to succeed. Registration will remain open until September 16, 2025.
The Academy provides a unique opportunity for financially under-resourced neighbors—including educators, first responders, and service workers—to gain the knowledge and confidence to launch or grow their businesses.
Program Highlights Include:
- 10-Week Hands-On Training: Weekly 2.5-hour sessions with step-by-step instruction.
- Business Plan Development: Participants create their own actionable business plan.
- Expert Guidance: In-person workshops and guest speakers share practical insights.
- Pitch Contest & Graduation: Entrepreneurs showcase their ideas, compete for a $5000 prize, and network with the community.
- Personalized Mentorship: Ongoing support from experienced business leaders.
While the program’s market value exceeds $1,000, participants pay only $175 thanks to The Point’s sponsorship, making the course highly accessible.
The fall semester begins in late September. Those interested in joining are encouraged to apply by visiting www.thepointva.com/theacademy before the September 16, 2025 deadline.
About The Point
The Point is a multi-site, gospel-centered church dedicated to reaching, training, and multiplying disciples who Love God, Love People, and Love Life. Through initiatives like The Academy, The Point invests in the spiritual, social, and economic growth of the community.