December 1-5, 2025
From Vision to Impact:
Celebrating Our Community of Innovators.
CURE Membership Appreciation Week.
Membership Appreciation Week
Reflect. Engage. Elevate. At the CURE.
December 1-5, 2025
Why We Celebrate.
At CURE, our members don’t just rent space, they shape culture, spark change, and build the businesses that move our communities forward. Member Appreciation Week is our time to honor the innovators, risk-takers, and dream-builders who breathe life into this ecosystem.
Every story. Every pivot. Every late night.
All of it deserves recognition.
This week is also about reminding our members, and future members, what makes this community powerful: support, creativity, collaboration, and the resources that help bold ideas turn into measurable impact.
What This Week Represents
This isn’t a basic “thank you.”
This is a celebration of a year of growth, resilience, and vision.
Member Appreciation Week is designed to:
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Celebrate Success – Uplifting the entrepreneurs, partners, and sponsors who’ve fueled CURE’s first year.
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Inspire Renewals – Reinforce the value of staying plugged into a space built to elevate you.
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Increase Visibility – Spotlight the ideas and people shaping Delaware’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
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Strengthen Community – Deepen relationships across members, partners, and the broader network.
Membership Appreciation Week events
Monday and Tuesday Dec. 1 & 2nd
Entrepreneur
Excellence Days
We kick off Member Appreciation Week by spotlighting the heartbeat of CURE—our entrepreneurs. Across our website and social media, we’ll feature powerful stories of members who turned their visions into real-world impact.
These stories reflect the hustle, the creativity, and the fight it takes to build something meaningful. And they remind us all of what’s possible when community meets opportunity.
Wednesday, Dec. 3rd
Community
Partners Day
The truth is, entrepreneurship doesn’t happen in isolation. It thrives on partnership.
This day recognizes the organizations, institutions, and collaborators who help amplify the work of our founders. Their belief in our mission strengthens the infrastructure that supports our members’ success.
Thursday, Dec. 4th
Sponsor
Recognition Day
Our sponsors make it possible for CURE to serve, elevate, and resource this community. On this day, we publicly honor the partners who understand that investing in entrepreneurs—especially entrepreneurs of color—is not charity… it’s strategy.
We’ll highlight each sponsor across our digital platforms in appreciation of their ongoing commitment.
Culminating Event:
First Friday & CURE 1-Year Anniversary Celebration
Friday, December 5 • 5:30–7:30 PM
CURE Division Street
This is the moment it all leads to.
On Friday evening, we gather for a special edition of First Friday, our signature networking and art exhibition experience, paired with the celebration of CURE’s first anniversary.
Expect:
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A room full of innovators, partners, and supporters
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Entrepreneur impact awards
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Sponsor recognition
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Reflection on our first year and a look at what’s ahead
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Art, culture, conversation, and connection
It’s not just an event. It’s a declaration of where we’re headed, and who we’re building with.
Join Us. Celebrate With Us. Grow With Us.
The Center for Urban Revitalization & Entrepreneurship (CURE)
The CURE program provides the resources and support you need to take your small business to the next level.
We offer member based co-working options, networking opportunities, workshops, and access to business resources. We provide access to expert mentorship, personalized coaching, top-notch education and training. As a member of the CURE you’ll gain the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.