Skill Training and Entrepreneurial Pathways (S.T.E.P) Pilot Program

Organization: Access to Thrive

Program Dates: April- July 2026

Section A: Basic information & Eligibility

1. Full Name *

2. Primary Phone Number *

3. Email Address *

Address *

4. Mailing Address *

City *

State *

Country *

Postal Code *

5. Which of the following best describes your eligibility for S.T.E.P? (Check all that apply) *

Person with disability

Caretaker for a family member with disability

Business serving the disability community

6. If applicable, briefly describe your disability, caretaking role, or the disability community your business will serve:

Section B: Background & Readiness

7. Highest level of education completed: *

8. Employment status: *

9. Have you ever started or owned a business before? *

Yes

No

If yes, briefly describe

10. What stage is your business idea currently in? *

11. Please describe your business idea in 2-3 sentences: *

Section C: Program Goals & Impact

13. How will your business improve quality of life for people with disabilities or your household? *

15. What do you hope to achieve within 6 months after completing S.T.E.P? *

16. Why is now the right time for you to participate in this program? *

Section D: Accessibility & Support Needs

Question 17-23 will not disqualify you from participating in this program

18. Do you have reliable access to the internet? *

Yes

Sometimes

No

19. Do you have access to a computer or tablet? *

Yes

Borrowed

No

Smartphone only

20. Which format would work best for you? *

In-person

Online

Hybrid

Flexible

Section E: Commitment & Selection

21. The program requires ~ a minimum of 8 hours per week from April-July 2026. Can you commit? *

Yes

Yes, with flexibility

Not sure

No

23. Is there anything that could affect your ability to participate consistently? (Optional)

24. Please provide one reference (non-family) who can speak to your readiness or commitment (Name / Relationship / Phone or Email): *

25. In 250 words or less, tell us why you want to be selected for S.T.E.P and how this program aligns with your goals: *

I agree to terms & conditions provided by the Access to Thrive. By providing my phone number, I agree to receive text messages from the business.