DC SMALL BIZ HELP
A robust resource hub to help you discover, connect to, and navigate DC’s small business ecosystem.
GET HELP WITH YOUR BUSINESS NOWDCSmallBizHelp is the one-stop hub for Washington, D.C. small business and entrepreneurs looking for valuable resources, support organizations, lenders, events and trainings. DCSmallBizHelp is owned and maintained by The Coalition (formerly CNHED) as part of their Small Business Ecosystem Building work.
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Explore organizations that can help plan, start or grow your business.
Business Support Organizations
DC SMALL BIZ HELP
Power in Partnership
A curated in person session that helps female CEOs who are ready to scale through intentional business collaborations and protected partnerships.
Unlock Opportunities with Certification: 1:1 Expert Open
This session provides actionable insights into navigating contracting opportunities, pricing services competitively, and understanding solicitation requirements
Unlock Opportunities with Certification: 1:1 Expert Open
This session provides actionable insights into navigating contracting opportunities, pricing services competitively, and understanding solicitation requirements, with a personalized 30-minute 1-on-1 counseling session available for specific needs like proposal writing and District of Columbia Supply Schedule (DCSS) applications
Presented By: Washington Area Community Investment Fund
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
US Black Chamber 360 Accelerator Application
USBC 360° is 12-week growth accelerator from the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc., designed for consumer packaged goods businesses who are ready to scale with intention, build a real 18–24 month growth, and increase your access to capital.
US Black Chamber 360 Accelerator Application
USBC 360° is 12-week growth accelerator from the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc., designed for consumer packaged goods businesses who are ready to scale with intention, build a real 18–24 month growth, and increase your access to capital.
Presented By: U.S. Black Chambers, Inc.
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
Business Diagnostic Check
During this in-person session, the DLCP Business Resource Center (BRC) staff will provide one-on-one assistance in navigating the regulatory process.
Business Diagnostic Check
During this in-person session, the DLCP Business Resource Center (BRC) staff will provide one-on-one assistance in navigating the regulatory process. You will gain in-depth knowledge about registering with corporations (e.g., Limited Liability Company, Corporations, Non-Profits, etc.) and the basic steps for obtaining a business license, as well as building permit/certificate of occupancy guidance.
Presented By: Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection
Location: 1207 H St NE
Cost: Free