Small Business Assistance Resources

 

THE PENNSYLVANIA ONE-STOP SHOP

A state government office equipped with knowledge, information, and resources for businesses both large and small. Serving as the first point of contact for Pennsylvania business development concerns, the One-Stop Shop team helps connect and guide businesses through all stages of development — from planning and startup to operating and expanding. 

 

UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER

The University of Pittsburgh’s SBDC, part of the Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence, is a resource for small business owners that provides consulting, workshops, and other specialty business-building support at all stages of the business lifecycle.

 

PA SBA MICROLOANS

SBA MICROLOAN PROGRAM provides commercial loans from $5,000 to $50,000 in Washington, Greene, Westmoreland, Fayette, Allegheny and Beaver counties in Pennsylvania. The purpose of this financing is to encourage the creation and growth of new and expanding small businesses.

 

8 RESOURCES FOR MINORITY-OWNED BUSINESSES

Whether it’s helping tO become certified as a small diverse business, apply for funding, find business mentors, or contract with government agencies, Pennsylvania is committed to helping minority business owners succeed and play an ever-increasing role in our economy’s growth.

 

6 RESOURCES FOR WOMEN-OWNED PA BUSINESSES

A list of go-to resources for female entrepreneurs.

 

IGNITE BUSINESS INCUBATOR AND CO-WORKING SPACE

IGNITE is a business incubator designed to serve start-up and existing small businesses by providing programming and co-working space to empower, support, educate and connect businesses throughout Washington County.

 

WASHINGTON COUNTY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY LOAN PROGRAMS AND BUSINESS INCENTIVES

 

PARTNERSHIPS FOR REGIONAL ECONOMIC PERFORMANCE (PREP)

PA’s network of business assistance partners designed to help companies start, grow and prosper.