At The Academy, $175 gives you the skills and opportunity to start your business.
The Academy is tailored to uplift our financially under-resourced neighbors facing economic challenges, including educators, first responders, and community service workers. It represents our mission to combine practical support with gospel-centered action, fostering success and impactful service in their communities.
Because The Academy is sponsored by The Point, you pay a one-time course fee of $175, and we pay for the rest!
If the cost is a concern please contact us below and we’ll try to work something out.
You Don’t Need a Degree.
You Don’t Need a Perfect Plan. You Just Need a Place to Start.
Over 9 weeks, you’ll build a real foundation to:
Start your business (even if it’s just an idea right now)
Earn income using your skills, hustle, or passion
Fix your mindset and your money
Create habits that actually stick
Pitch your idea for a chance to win $5,000 to launch it
Built for Real People with Real Struggles
This course is designed for people who:
Are tired of doing life alone
Want more income, clarity, and direction
Have been burned by “get rich” promises
Are finally ready to DO something different
“You don’t need to be a “business person.” You just need to be ready to show up for yourself.”
What You'll Learn Each Week
Week 1: Clarify your skills, your goals, and what’s holding you back
Week 2: Understand your customer, their problem, and your solution
Week 3: Nail down what you’re selling and how to get paid
Week 4: Learn to talk about your idea with clarity and confidence
Week 5: Understand how to protect your business legally
Week 6: Break down costs, pricing, and what it takes to break even
Week 7: Learn how to manage cash flow and track what matters
Week 8: Build a real business model that can grow with you
Week 9: Pitch your idea to a panel for a shot at a $5,000 prize
Support unlike other programs
A clear step-by-step path
Local leaders who actually care
Community support that pushes you forward
A chance at a $5,000 prize for the best pitch.
What It Costs
Only $175 for the entire experience.
While The Academy is valued at over $1,000, you only pay a one-time fee of $175 for the book, 10-week course, and ongoing mentorship. The Point will cover the rest. Why? You are our neighbor, and we want you to have every opportunity to achieve your dreams.
Where It Happens
How to get started
The next semester starts September 16, 2025. Sign up today or reach out with your questions.
You’ve waited long enough. This is your moment. It’s not about being perfect. It’s about taking a step.
The Academy is your step forward.