This is the first installment of Opportunity DeKalb's countywide Breakthrough Business initiative - where urban and rural meet in the multicultural pursuit of the American Dream. We expect our next 12-week cohort to begin Fall 2026. Your interest in our academy speaks volumes to our regional partners, including the City of DeKalb, DeKalb County Government, Northern IL University, Rising Tide Network, DeKalb Township, Old National Bank, DeKalb County Community Foundation, Kishwaukee College, Rooted for Good, DeKalb Chamber of Commerce, Sycamore Chamber of Commerce, DeKalb County Economic Development Center, Resource Bank, Final Fadez, Breakroom and Friends, FNBO, The Rock Covenant Church, Mortenson, DeKalb First United Methodist Church, Kishwaukee United Way, Passion Pursuit, Project Hope, and Kane County Government.