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Small Business Resource Directory

Small Business Resources

The City of Austin Small Business Division offers a comprehensive directory of small business resources offered by local, state, and federal governments and non-profit agencies. Our goal for the City of Austin Small Business Resources Directory is to increase awareness and use of the programs that provide aid in the development of your business.

Organization Phone Number Description
 
This loan provides economic relief to small businesses and nonprofit organizations that are currently experiencing a temporary loss of revenue.
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) provides loans to help businesses keep their workforce employed during the Coronavirus crisis. 

$1.5 million will provide $1,000 grants to the city's most vulnerable musicians for their immediate emergency needs. Applications will be accepted starting June 8 at 10 a.m. through June 12 at 5 p.m. 

A 10 week advanced entrepreneur program which includes presentations from world class leaders, mentoring, and assistance with everything from entity formation, financing, strategic planning, sales & marketing, to exit strategies. 

A $25,000 fund to help photographers impacted by COVID-19.
 

A COVID-19 resource listing of helpful resources for artists including self-care and tips for creativity.

A one-stop shop for all federal government tools, resources and information related to business. 

ABC is a commercial and industrial construction trade association, representing 22,000 members nationwide.  

866.245.0783

Accion is a nonprofit organization that increases access to business credit, makes loans and provides training to enable entrepreneurs to realize their dreams and be catalysts for positive economic and social change. 

Additional business resources from the the Small Business Administration.