Based on the premise that business growth happens over 1 million cups of coffee, the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation established a free program designed to educate, engage and inspire entrepreneurs around the country. Since 2012, these programs are organized by more than 800 volunteers in 40+ states, one U.S. territory, and six time zones. The Asheville location serves by offering weekly meetings (Wednesdays, 9-10 AM) that allow entrepreneurs to present their business ideas to their community, receive feedback, and learn how interacting with their community can support business growth.