VOLTA
Digital equity is economic equity. Join a team of students building websites, growing social media, and winning grants for NYC's small businesses. Free of charge.
A registered nonprofit organization.
Community partners
Powered by the organizations trusted by NYC small businesses.
Chambers, BIDs, local development corporations, and merchant groups connect Volta teams directly with the businesses that need support.
Flagship partner
NYC Small Business Services
Flagship partner
NYC Small Business Resource Network
Flagship partner
Queens Chamber of Commerce
Flagship partner
Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce
Flagship partner
Manhattan Chamber of Commerce
Greater Jamaica Development Corporation
Bay Ridge 5th Avenue BID
Lower East Side Partnership
North Flatbush BID
Third Avenue BID
West Brighton Community Local Development Corporation
Atlantic Avenue Local Development Corporation
Long Island City Partnership
Asian American Federation
Castleton Avenue Merchants Organization
Queens Economic Development Corporation
SIBOC
East New York Merchants Association
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The three tracks
Every project is staffed by students across our three tracks. Work ships to production quickly and includes ongoing support after delivery.
Finance & Operations
What you'll do
- Research and write grant applications for small businesses
- Analyze sales and revenue data to identify growth opportunities
- Run competitor research and market benchmarking
- Write clear, actionable reports for business owners
- Support nonprofit financial filings and documentation
Who fits in
- Comfort reading financial documents and working in spreadsheets
- Some background in structured analysis or research
- Grant writing experience is a plus but not required
- Interest in finance, accounting, or nonprofit operations
Digital & Tech
What you'll do
- Build and launch websites for client businesses
- Set up backend workflows: forms, databases, auth, automations
- Optimize Google Maps and Yelp listings for search visibility
- Implement SEO improvements and accessibility fixes
- Deploy and maintain code in a shared production repo
Who fits in
- React.js or TypeScript, with some backend or API experience
- Comfortable with GitHub and basic deployment workflows
- Interest in working on full-stack production systems
Marketing & Strategy
What you'll do
- Manage Instagram accounts for active client businesses
- Build content strategies and weekly posting calendars
- Film and edit founder interview videos
- Track performance and run audience growth campaigns
- Design print and digital materials: menus, business cards, flyers, and branded templates
Who fits in
- Experience with social media or content creation
- Design skills in Canva, Adobe, or Figma
- Strong writing and clear communication
