Dupaco supports local creators and entrepreneurs with Key City Creative Center membership grants

DUBUQUE, Iowa— Dupaco Credit Union, in partnership with Key City Creative Center (KCCC), is now accepting applications for three six-month KCCC membership grants. These grants are intended for individuals eager to develop their skills or launch their startup business at the Dubuque makerspace.

Key City Creative Center is a dynamic makerspace offering a low-cost, spacious environment for members to build and collaborate on projects and ideas. The center provides equipment and classes in woodworking, welding, metalworking, 3-D printing, pottery and sewing. Membership includes 24/7 access to the center’s resources, enabling individuals to hone their skills, collaborate and find inspiration.

Through this partnership, Dupaco aims to empower individuals by providing resources to create, develop products, and connect with other local makers, artists and entrepreneurs, which could pave the way for new small business opportunities.

“Small business development and upskilling are community focus areas for Dupaco,” says Dupaco President and CEO Joe Hearn. “This partnership presents a great opportunity to provide invaluable resources to those who are considering starting a business or learning new skills. As a financial cooperative, Dupaco equips members with the tools and resources they may need to achieve their goals and create a life worth loving.”

As a credit union benefit, all Dupaco members receive a $10 discount off monthly KCCC membership fees.

To apply for the Key City Creative Center Membership Grant, applicants needed to complete a short questionnaire. Judging is based on the applicants’ desire to improve their skills and their plans for sustaining those skills. Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. CT Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024.

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ABOUT DUPACO COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION

Dupaco Community Credit Union is a not-for-profit, member-owned financial cooperative headquartered in Dubuque, Iowa. It is dedicated to the financial well-being of its members, and specializes in personalized financial counseling, money advice and education. It offers savings, loans, investments, insurance and wealth management products for individuals and businesses. Dupaco serves residents in 118 counties throughout Iowa, northwest Illinois and southwest Wisconsin. Founded in 1948 by ten Dubuque Packing Company employees, membership has grown to more than 169,000 with assets exceeding $3.3 billion. It has over 600 employees and 23 branch office locations. Dupaco is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). It is a Forbes Best-in-State Credit Union, Forbes America’s Best Small Employer, and a Des Moines Register Top Workplace. Learn more at www.dupaco.com.