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Veteran-owned businesses | U.S. Small Business Administration SBA offers support for veterans as they enter the world of business ownership. Look for funding programs, training, and federal contracting opportunities. SBA has resources for every part of the veteran entrepreneurship journey.
Watch videos of SBA's recent virtual events for veterans and success stories to learn more. To help you succeed, our custom courses are available in-person and online. Learn the basics of owning a business and get access to SBA resources.
You will also hear from small business experts. R ead on to see what's available. Veterans and active service Boots to Business training series Boots to Business : Part of the U.S. Department of Defense Transition Assistance Program (TAP).
Offered on military installations worldwide. Boots to Business Reboot : Extends B2B to veterans of all eras in their communities. Includes National Guard and Reserve members.
Boots to Business Revenue Readiness : Turn a business idea to an into an actual model. Must first complete Boots to Business or Boots to Business Reboot. Six weeks, offered online.
Women Veteran Entrepreneurship Training Program (WVETP) Training to start or grow a business. For women veterans and service members.
SBA grants funding for these specialized entrepreneurship training programs to: IVMF - Veteran Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship (V-WISE) Utah Veteran Business Resource Center - Startup Training Resources to Inspire Veteran Entrepreneurship (STRIVE) Service-disabled veterans Service-Disabled Veteran Entrepreneurship Training Program (SDVETP) For veterans injured in the line of duty who are or want to be small business owners.
SBA grants funding for these specialized training programs to: Veterans Entrepreneurship Program at Oklahoma State University Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans at St. Joseph's University Warrior Rising , a nonprofit empowering veterans in business Veteran Entrepreneurial Training & Resource Network Support for military spouse entrepreneurs with training, counseling, and education.
SBA offers the same flexible resources for spouses as for veteran business owners. Learn more about SBA resources for military spouse businesses . Businesses interested in federal procurement Veteran Federal Procurement Entrepreneurship Training Program (VFPETP) Federal procurement training for currently involved or interested businesses.
This nationwide training is open to veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. Check out the Veteran Institute for Procurement (VIP) for more information. Explore our loan programs to find the best loan for your business.
To receive a list of authorized lenders in your area, use our Lender Match tool. Have an employee in the Reserves or National Guard called to duty? The Military Reservist Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (MREIDL) provides loans to help with losses.
See if you qualify. Federal contracting programs The federal government awards an annual portion of its contracting dollars to veteran-owned businesses. These programs help veteran-owned small businesses access these contracts.
See if you're eligible . Small businesses owned by veterans may also qualify to buy surplus government property . Veterans in manufacturing Explore resources to help your American manufacturing business boom.
SBA and the federal government are supporting manufacturing businesses by cutting regulations, expanding access to capital, promoting workforce development, and creating a dedicated infrastructure to support small manufacturers. If you are aware of a regulation that can harm or help manufacturing businesses, get in touch through SBA’s Red Tape Hotline. Veterans Business Outreach Centers (VBOCs) are available nationwide.
These centers offer business plan workshops, concept assessments, mentorship, and training. Available to eligible service members, veterans, National Guard & Reserve members. Find your nearest center.
If you have questions, contact us at: Office of Veterans Business Development 409 3rd St. SW, Suite 5700 Email: veteransbusiness@sba. gov Need help?
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.
The BARK program funds dual-use medical products for warfighters and military working dogs — tourniquets, sensors, drug delivery, and CBRN countermeasures. Proposals close June 3, 2026.
Read articleThe SSG Fox program has already funded 111 organizations across 46 states. FY2027 awards up to $750K are open now. Who qualifies and how to win.
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