Small Business & Public Resources
There are numerous resources available to Americans interested in starting or growing their small businesses. The organizations
below provide assistance ranging from educating prospective entrepreneurs to finding a qualified lender to advocating for small businesses in Washington.
The Small Business Administration
Created in 1953, the SBA is an independent agency of the
federal
government established to aid, counsel, assist and protect
the interests of small business concerns. Through a network
of field offices and private and public partnerships, the
SBA serves to help Americans start, build and grow businesses.
SBA Home Page
Start a Business
Plan a Business
Manage a Business
SBA Services
SBA Programs
SBA Tools
Small Business Counseling and Assistance
Small Business Online Training
Disaster Assistance
Local SBA Resources
Looking to start or expand a small business? Visit your
local district office web site to find information on lending
programs, counseling, training and business development.
Small Business Trade Associations
National Federation for Independent Businesses
National Association for the Self Employed
National Small Business Association
National Association of Manufacturers' Shop Floor Blog
Additional Small Business Resources
Small Business Guide to Government Grants and Loans
Government Contracting
Information for Minority-Owned Businesses
Information for Self Employed Individuals
Information for Veteran-Owned Businesses
Information for Women-Owned Businesses
Veterans in Business VA Site
Business Licenses and Permits
Information on Franchise and Business Opportunities
Information on Importing and Exporting
Patent and Trademark Information
Complying with Employment and Labor Laws
Employee Benefits
Tax Information for Small Businesses
IRS Tax Information for Businesses
Assistance with Tax Problems
Federal Government Forms
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