RICHRVA (Resource, Innovation, Collaboration Hub) is a community-driven initiative that connects entrepreneurs, business owners, and organizations in the Richmond region to resources, partnerships, and support services. Our goal is to help foster a thriving, inclusive, and equitable entrepreneurial ecosystem, especially for underepresented entrepreneurs, by making it easier for founders to access what they need to grow and thrive.

RICHRVA is designed for a wide range of users, including:

• Entrepreneurs and small business owners seeking equitable access to resources.
• Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs)
• For Profits, Nonprofits, and community-based organizations.
• Corporations, funders, and ecosystem builders who want to connect with and invest in under-resourced businesses.
• Policy makers and researchers interested in Richmond’s entrepreneurial landscape.

RICHRVA connects entrepreneurs with business support services, funding opportunities, mentors, and training programs, while also linking support organizations directly to business owners. The platform highlights ecosystem partners, making it easier to see who is doing what across the region. By curating and mapping resources, the hub ensures that entrepreneurs — especially those who have been historically underrepresented — gain equitable access to the tools, opportunities, and connections they need to succeed.

Both entrepreneurs and entrepreneur support organizations can create a profile on RICHRVA.

• Entrepreneurs can add their business information to increase visibility, connect with resources, and share their services with the wider ecosystem.
• Entrepreneur support organizations (such as nonprofits, accelerators, funders, and training programs) can add their services to the Resource Hub so founders can easily find and connect with them.

To get started, simply complete the profile submission form on the website. Once reviewed and approved by the RICHRVA team, your profile will appear in the hub and be searchable by the community.

The platform provides access to:

• Business development services and training opportunities.
  
• Funding sources and capital readiness programs.
  
• Networking and community-building events.
  
• Technical assistance, mentoring, and professional services.
• Ecosystem mapping tools to explore organizations and resources in the Richmond region.

All of these are designed to support equity and inclusion while strengthening the ecosystem for everyone.

You can engage in multiple ways:

• Create Your User Profile 
• Explore the Resource Hub to find services that fit your needs.
  
• Join community events and collaborative sessions that build inclusive networks.
  
• Partner with us as a funder, sponsor, or ecosystem organization committed to equity.
• Share feedback to help us improve the platform and better serve the community.

Yes, accessing the RICHRVA platform and exploring resources is free. Some individual programs, services, or events listed on the site may have fees or eligibility requirements, but the central hub itself is open and accessible to all. This ensures everyone has an opportunity to participate in a thriving, inclusive, and equitable entrepreneurial ecosystem.