Iowa
America’s SBDC Iowa provides personalized counseling designed to fit the unique needs of every business, including unique needs and challenges Black-owned businesses face.
The Iowa Women’s Foundation mission is to improve the lives of Iowa’s women and girls. The organization’s resources and focus is on housing, employment, childcare, education and training, transportation, and mentors.
Des Moines
SCORE’s mentors, comprised of active and retired businessmen and businesswomen, provide clients with free and confidential business counseling. Counseling can be conducted at the client’s place of business, at our chapter headquarters, by telephone, or via email.
https://www.score.org/desmoines
STATE SMALL BUSINESS CREDIT INITIATIVE (SSBCI)
The State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) is a $96 million investment in growing Iowa’s small businesses, including startups, manufacturers and businesses owned by veterans and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
https://www.iowaeda.com/state-small-business-credit-initiative/
Iowa Department of Administrative Services; Iowa’s Targeted Small Business (TSB) Program
Designed to help women, individuals with minority status, service-disabled veterans, and individuals with disabilities overcome some of the hurdles to starting or growing a small business in Iowa.
https://das.iowa.gov/how-do-business-state-iowa/iowas-targeted-small-business-program
Iowa Center for Economic Success
The Iowa Center is an economic development organization that empowers Iowans to launch, manage, and grow small businesses. The Iowa Center provides three lines of service for those who want to launch or grow their small business: Business Coaching, Credit + Lending, and Tax Services.
Iowa Small Business Administration – SBA
The Iowa SBA is supported by a district office in Des Moines and an additional office in Cedar Rapids. They provide services including funding programs, counseling, federal contracting, certifications, and disaster recovery. They can also connect you to partner organizations, lenders, and other community groups that help small businesses succeed.
https://www.sba.gov/district/iowa
The Iowa Center’s Women’s Business Center
The Iowa Center’s Women’s Business Center is dedicated to helping Iowa women business owners launch and grow their businesses. They work to inspire women to start businesses and support them in their entrepreneurial journey.
Cedar Rapids
Entrepreneurial Development Center – EDC, Inc.
Get customized, results-oriented guidance to power your business success at every stage. EDC is a nonprofit business growth engine in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, that strategically partners with Iowa-based interstate commerce companies to drive strong economic impact and fuel vital and sustainable communities.
Iowa City
Iowa City Area Business Partnership / Iowa City Area Development Group
Formerly known as the Iowa City Area Chamber of Commerce, the Business Partnership serves as the voice of business for Johnson County, Iowa, uniting businesses and community to maintain a strong economy and quality of life. Advocacy efforts, networking events, and other member benefits position members, business leaders and the community for success.