Small Business Resources

SAM.gov is the official U.S. government website for people who make, receive, and manage federal awards. 

Search federal contracts free of charge and learn about past awards. 

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. 

If you are or have been a professional in the business of bluegrass and are in a time of emergency need, apply to the Bluegrass Trust Fund.

The Blues Foundation established the HART Fund (Handy Artists Relief Trust) for Blues musicians and their families in financial need due to a broad range of health concerns.

The Broadcasters Foundation of America provides Emergency & Disaster Grants to radio and television broadcasters find themselves in acute financial need and do not have insurance to cover their losses after a natural disaster, such as a hurricane, tornado, or wildfire, extreme flooding, house fire, or other serious misfortune. 
 

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

The Foundation Center is a source of information on philanthropy, fundraising, and grant programs.

The Cascades Alliance provides free full-service consulting service to non-profit organizations to help establish waste-based (reuse or recycling) revenue-generating social enterprises.

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

The COVID-19 resource page for artists with information regarding education programs, advocacy, network building, and emergency relief.

COVID-19 Resource for Arts Organizations and Artists.

In partnership with Live Nation, Music Forward Foundation, a charitable 501c3 organization, has established Crew Nation— a global relief fund for live music crews. Live Nation has committed $10 million to Crew Nation – contributing an initial $5 million to the fund, then matching the next $5 million given by artists, fans, and employees dollar for dollar. Music Forward Foundation will be administering the fund, and managing the application, review, and award process.
 

Dart Music International assists artists of all genres from around the world to obtain work visas, appear at cultural outreach events, and reach audiences across the USA.

The mission of the Democracy at Work Institute is to expand the worker cooperative model to reach communities most directly affected by social and economic inequality, specifically people of color, recent immigrants, and low-­wage workforces.

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

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).  

COVID-19 resource for American theater by supporting the writers who create it (Emergency grants available).

e-artnow is an electronic information service distributing selected e-mail announcements related to contemporary visual arts.

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

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

EPA provides sustainable material management tools and resources, including information about food recovery, industrial byproduct recycling and reuse and recycled material application research. 

The Equal Sound Corona Relief Fund was set up on short notice to provide direct financial assistance to musicians who have lost work as a result of Corona-related event cancellations.

Export.gov helps U.S. companies plan, develop and execute international sales strategies necessary to succeed in today's global marketplace.