Small Business Services Directory
Use the search fields below to find hundreds of organizations in New York City that can provide you with help in starting or running your small business. Included in this searchable database are programs which offer business advice, loans, grants, location assistance, and a wide range of other services for small businesses throughout the city — often at no cost or for a low fee.
The BID Development Grant Program will fund community-based development organizations (CBDOs) to explore or further the formation of a Business Improvement District (BID). The program builds on Mayor Adams' commitment to establishing a long-term investment strategy to strengthen and support small businesses in underserved commercial corridors, as outlined in Rebuild, Renew, Reinvent: A Blueprint for New York City's Economic Recovery, released earlier this year.
There are two BID Development Grant Opportunities: BID Exploration Grants and BID Formation Grants.
Check the website for details: https://www.nyc.gov/site/sbs/neighborhoods/bid-development-grants.page
Ascendus empowers low- to moderate-income (LMI) business owners with access to capital and financial education. At Ascendus works together with you to advance your business as well as your life. By providing various assistance -- from business loans, to counseling and training, we’re dedicated to helping passionate entrepreneurs build successful businesses that provide for families and improve communities.
AABDC provides support to Asian and other minority businesses through various technology seminars, workshops, and and various events.
AWIB is a membership organization offering networking events, as well as conferences and seminars on skills building, business development and a variety of industry-specific topics. Annual membership fees.
Part of the New York-Presbyterian Medical Center, Audubon Biomedical Center is a modern, six-story facility housing 50,000 square foot of laboratory and office space. The only biotechnology business incubator in the City, Audubon supplies the structure and organization to facilitate developments in biotechnology that will ensure improved health care, while contributing to economic growth through the creation of private sector research collaborations and the generation of new biomedically related business. Audubon is designed to house early stage, private research and development companies in the Life Sciences industry.
Staten Island Business Outreach is a member of the Business Outreach Center network, with offices throughout the City, offers free counseling and referrals. After an initial intake and analysis of an ongoing or prospective business, counselors develop a needs assessment and work with clients to identify and take full advantage of appropriate specialized services, programs and financing sources. BOC counselors also provide essential follow-up and look for early warnings of problems, particularly in utilizing loans. Note: Other BOCs are located in Brooklyn, Chinatown, Upper Manhattan, and Corona Queens. Check listings in other boroughs or call the main office at 718-624-9115. Also offer free small business workshops and technology works for entrepreneurs and small businesses.
The new BXL Business Incubator (BXL) is the first state-of-the-art incubator and co-working space in the Hunts Point neighborhood of the South Bronx. From developing a business plan and building a strong online presence, to structuring a business, BXL’s in-house counselors and resources are here to help.
Members of BXL have access to a wide range of business services, tailored to the needs of busy entrepreneurs.
BXL members have access to 24/7 work space, digital connectivity, office technology, conference rooms, in-house business, legal and tech support – and a diverse community of entrepreneurs – all on a flexible, month-to-month basis.
Operated by BOC Development Inc., in partnership with NYCEDC, BXL provides modern shared office facilities and end-to-end support, to help launch and grow successful new businesses.
The SBA's Bronx Women's Business Resource Center provides individualized, comprehensive guidance to small business owners and future entrepreneurs. WBRC offers one-on-one technical assistance, business workshops, access to capital, computer training, and long-term entrepreneurial training. WBRC is also part of the Business Outreach Center Network and is one of the Entrepreneurial Assistance Program Center (EAP) in New York State. The EAP consists of 60 hours of intensive entrepreneurship training and over 15 hours of hands-on counseling. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Under the Business Outreach Center Network (BOC), the Women’s Business Center is a collection of resources with a focus on women, aspiring entrepreneurs and current business owners in the greater New York City area.
With locations in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Staten Island, the Women’s Business Center strives to provide accessible and equitable opportunities to individuals in New York looking to carve out their own industry spaces. At each resource center, trained business and professional development counselors offer guidance on a variety of topics from finance and lending to legal advice.
Business & Career services at BPL are for entrepreneurs, freelancers, job seekers and anyone seeking a secure financial future. Our services are designed to help you expand your horizons with workshops and programs , research emerging trends and market opportunities , learn marketable skills and digital tools, discover your career path or master your finances . Knowledgeable staff are available to answer your questions and assist you with research.
Located on the second floor of Central Library, the Business & Career Center (B&CC) is a hub for learning and innovation in Brooklyn and features a coworking area, laptops for loan, access to online resources and books on business, careers and personal finance.
In the B&CC you can borrow a laptop using your BPL library card. We also have conversation booths and meeting rooms which may be reserved for meetings, working, conducting job interviews, and more. Get details about meeting room policies or make reservations here.
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