The Blueprint Incubator

Transform Your Business Idea Into Reality in 9 Weeks

Join Maryland’s premier entrepreneurship incubator powered by nationally-recognized Co.Starters curriculum and the TD Jakes Foundation

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Your Blueprint to Business Success

The Blueprint Incubator is more than a training program — it’s a proven pathway to transform your idea into a thriving business. Over 9 weeks, you’ll gain the tools, guidance, and support you need to build a strong foundation and take confident steps toward growth.

Proven Curriculum

Nationally-recognized Co.Starters methodology with proven results across 150+ communities

Expert-Led Training

9 weeks of hands-on, in-person sessions led by trained facilitators and industry experts

Comprehensive Support

From ideation to pitch-ready, covering finance, marketing, legal, and operations

Accessible Investment

$275 program fee with 60% scholarships available – full scholarships upon request

What You’ll Achieve

By the end of the Blueprint Incubator, you won’t just have ideas — you’ll have a validated business model, a clear growth plan, and the confidence to take your venture to the next level.

  • ✓ Validate your business model using the Co.Starters Canvas
  • ✓ Build financial projections and marketing strategies
  • ✓ Develop a compelling pitch and actionable growth plan
  • ✓ Join a lasting network of peer founders and mentors
  • ✓ Access post-program support and funding opportunities
  • ✓ Graduate with confidence and clear next steps

Program Details

The Blueprint Incubator is designed to give you structure, accountability, and expert guidance every step of the way. From weekly sessions to hands-on assignments, you’ll progress through a proven curriculum that takes you from idea to pitch-ready business in just 9 weeks.

Dates: October 11 – December 20, 2025
Time: Saturdays, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: Kingdom Cares Center, Calverton, MD
Note: Attendance is mandatory for all sessions
Week Focus
1 Knowing Yourself & Your Customer
2 Finding the Right Solution
3 Marketing & Relationships
4 Business Building Blocks
5 Financial Foundations
6 Planning for Growth
7 Final Pitch Event & Graduation
Application Opens: September 13, 2025
Application Deadline: September 28, 2025
Interviews: September 29 – October 3, 2025
Acceptance Notifications: Week of October 6, 2025
Program Starts: October 11, 2025

Investment & Scholarships

We believe cost should never be a barrier to entrepreneurship. That’s why the Blueprint Incubator offers a low program fee with generous scholarships to ensure every motivated founder has access.

$275 total

Program Fee

60% available

Scholarships

Full Scholarships

Available upon request

Financial support ensures that no entrepreneur is left behind.

Ready to Apply?

Applications close September 28 — only 20 spots available for the inaugural cohort.
Don’t wait — secure your spot today.