Business Assistance Organizations
Organization and government agencies assisting small businesses with 1:1 counseling, training, technical assistance and finding funding.
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Accounting and Business Consulting (ABC) Program
The Accounting and Business Consulting (ABC) program provides up to 10 hours of FREE one-on-one counseling to Seattle-based businesses seeking to re-establish operations after COVID-related disruption, and businesses wanting to scale and grow. Consulting services provided under the ABC Program will help small businesses implement sustainable financial solutions and assist with operational strategies that include but are not limited to: -Bookkeeping and accounting guidance -Business plan development -Marketing plan assistance -Cash flow management -Loan readiness
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1 Million Cups
Seattle is one of the top cities in the USA in terms of start-up entrepreneurship. 1 Million Cups is a community support organization for early stage entrepreneurs. 1 Million Cups meets Wednesday mornings, where you can expect education, connection and presentation. Meetings and membership are always free!
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Beacon Business Alliance
Beacon Business Alliance promotes the neighborhood, connects stakeholders, and guides the community’s evolution toward an inspiring, thriving, and increasingly livable place for everyone.
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Black Dot
Black Dot's mission is to provide a safe space for entrepreneurs, creatives, technologists and community builders of the African diaspora to connect, access resources, and build businesses and communities. We provide support to help launch and grow dreams into sustainable ventures. Black Dot also provides knowledge, technical training, professional development, and a comprehensive launch curriculum for start-ups. We pride ourselves on curating a culturally resonant and inclusive environment.
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Black-Owned Business Excellence (BOBE)
Collaborative of different Black-owned businesses, organizations and individuals coming together to support, educate, inspire and elevate businesses that are owned by historically underserved business owners in Washington State.
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Business Impact NW
Serves underbanked entrepreneurs with access to capital and comprehensive business assistance. Loan range is from $5000-$250,000 and includes start-up and Islamic-compliant financing.
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Community Carrot
Helps Seattle’s young adults from low income backgrounds transform into entrepreneurs who advocate for themselves and build paths to financial independence.
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Craft3
Helps entrepreneurs who cannot access financing from traditional sources with loans ranging from $25,000 to $5 million. Non-profit mission based community development lender.
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Denkyem Coop
Denkyem Co-op is a Social Purpose Organization based in Washington state. We are a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), providing direct funding to Black-owned businesses looking to increase their capacity. Denkyem creates safe pathways for Black entrepreneurship and innovation. We envision a world where Black-owned small businesses have the resources, support, and trust needed to sustain and grow their enterprises; serving as a beacon in the greater community.
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Evergreen BizLink
Evergreen BizLink is a supportive platform that connects entrepreneurs to a network of Washington State resource partners to foster innovation, growth, and prosperity.
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