Small Business Resources

The purpose of the Austin Young Chamber of Commerce is to provide valuable opportunities for the professional and personal development of young professionals.

Industry specific small business pitch competitions.  

The Association of Women's Business Centers supports women entrepreneurs through a sustainable national network of over 100 Women's Business Centers; they provide mentoring, business development and financing opportunities to see many women through success in business every year. 

Austin Women in Technology is a nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating a community of women interested in technology. 

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) system in the United States has proven that the majority of marketplace problems can be solved fairly through the use of voluntary self-regulation and consumer education. 

Big Medium is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting contemporary art in Texas. 

Big Medium brings artists and audiences together through city and statewide artistic experiences, such as the Austin Studio Tour and the Texas Biennial.

CaFE allows call administrators to streamline every step of the application and review process online.  

CAPCOG is the state designated planning agency for solid waste management issues in the region. 

U.S. Customs explains the process of importing goods into the U.S., including informed compliance, invoices, duty assessments, classification, and value, as well as marking requirements. 

The Centers for Disease Control provides information for the public and emergency responders on how to stay safe during public health emergencies. 

Central Texas CDC is a public non-profit corporation created for the purpose of facilitating public sector financing programs in Texas. 

COVID-19 resources for non-profits. The National Council of Nonprofits is a resource and advocate for America's charitable nonprofits. 

List of Accountants in Austin, Texas. 

DAWA honors, celebrates, and empowers the essential work of community frontliners and creatives of color through direct financial support, and culturally relevant health-centered programming.

Individuals and business owners who sustained losses in the designated area can begin applying for assistance by registering online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362).  

Some of the statues and regulations enforced by the U.S. Department of Labor require that notices be provided to employees and/or posted in the workplace. 

The Work Opportunity Tax Credit is a Federal tax credit available to employers for hiring individuals from certain target groups who have consistently faced significant barriers to employment. 

Everything you need to know about running your legal home food business. 

Our mission is to strengthen the fabric of East Austin neighborhoods by promoting housing affordability & economic diversity; preserving and enhancing its history, culture, and nature; and investing in its small businesses and public spaces that are unique to East Austin.

The EIF COVID-19 Response Fund supports individuals and communities impacted by this pandemic
 

Eileen Fisher, a women's clothing retailer, awards $100,000 to up to 10 women business owners each year.  

The Energy Department supports a number of grant, loan and financing programs. 

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act 2009 allows taxpayers eligible for the federal renewable electricity production tax credit (PTC) to take the federal business energy investment tax credit (ITC) instead of taking the PTC for new installations.