Topic: US Small Business Administration has Programs and Services to help your Business

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US Small Business Administration has Programs and services to help you start, grow and succeed in Business

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) was created in 1953 as an independent agency of the federal government to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small business concerns, to preserve free competitive enterprise and to maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation. We recognize that small business is critical to our economic recovery and strength, to building America's future, and to helping the United States compete in today's global marketplace. Although SBA has grown and evolved in the years since it was established in 1953, the bottom line mission remains the same. The SBA helps Americans start, build and grow businesses. Through an extensive network of field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations, SBA delivers its services to people throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, the U. S. Virgin Islands and Guam.

Expand  your business with programs and services

SBA programs and services support you, the small business person. Learn about SBA-backed loans, government contracting opportunities, disaster assistance and training programs to help your business succeed.


Financial Assistance

    * For Borrowers
    * For Prospective Lenders

   
Contract Opportunities

    * For Small Business Owners
    * For Government/ Contracting Officials

   
Disaster Assistance

    * Basics
    * For Businesses of All Sizes
    * Military Reservists Loans
    * For Homeowners & Renters
    * Office Locations
    * Disaster Preparedness
    * For Media

   
Online Training

    * Starting a Business
    * Business Planning
    * Finance & Accounting
    * Marketing & Advertising
    * Business Management
    * Government Contracting
    * Surviving a Slow Economy

Counseling & Assistance

    * SCORE
    * Small Business Development Centers
    * Womens Business Centers

   
Special Audiences

    * Women
    * Veterans
    * Native Americans
    * Opportunity Gaps
    * Young Entrepreneurs
    * International Trade
    * En Espanol
    * 50+ Entrepreneurs

   
Laws/Regulations

    * Small Business Advocacy
    * National Ombudsman
    * Law Library
    * Hearings & Appeals

http://www.sba.gov/