COEA Awarded South Carolina Department of Commerce Grant for Orangeburg County Entrepreneurship Initiative
February 2026
ORANGEBURG, SC — The Center for Opportunity and Entrepreneurial Advancement (COEA) announces it has received funding from the South Carolina Department of Commerce to support Launch in 60, a yearlong entrepreneurship program serving residents of Orangeburg County.
The program is designed to bridge the gap between business concept and market entry. It begins with an 8-week instructional curriculum focused on business readiness, followed by a secondary phase of technical support. This includes participation in a public marketplace event, onboarding of the program’s shared online store, and ongoing guidance to support early-stage business development.
The funding from the Department of Commerce supports both the delivery of the curriculum and direct participant assistance. This investment reflects the state’s commitment to expanding economic access and supporting new business development within Orangeburg County.
For more information regarding program dates and eligibility, please contact info@LaunchSC.org.
About the Center for Opportunity and Entrepreneurial Advancement (COEA)
The Center for Opportunity and Entrepreneurial Advancement is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering economic growth throughout the Midlands region of South Carolina. Through targeted instructional programs, technical assistance, and community-building initiatives, COEA works to expand access to entrepreneurship and support the development of sustainable local businesses.