Our Story
Carolina Small Business Development Fund creates economic opportunities across North Carolina.
We support communities by helping entrepreneurs build the businesses of their dreams.
But starting and maintaining a successful small business isn’t easy. Within a complex small business landscape, we provide the tools and guidance that allow entrepreneurs to achieve their dreams.
Carolina Small Business Development Fund creates economic opportunities across North Carolina.
We support communities by helping entrepreneurs build the businesses of their dreams.
Your journey begins here. But It's not just a loan. You’ll gain access to capital, the skills to manage debt and build credit, and resources for financial education.
Start HereAre you an entrepreneur looking to grow your business? Does your business need a facelift, curb appeal or new equipment?
Learn MoreDo you want to connect with large suppliers in order to grow your business? The Innovator's Journey (InJ) Program is a statewide learning program in person and online, that allows you to navigate through a standard workflow and helps small businesses gain access to capital and contract opportunities to grow their businesses by providing entrepreneurial education and training opportunities.
ApplyThe mission of the Western Women’s Business Center is to provide capital, high quality technical assistance, and programs that reduce barriers and serve as a catalyst to the success of women entrepreneurs in Western North Carolina.
Learn MoreThe Eastern Women’s Entrepreneurship Center (EWEC) was created through a partnership with Elizabeth City State University. It provides an ecosystem of support to entrepreneurs in Northeastern North Carolina.
Learn moreCarolina Small Business Development Fund in partnership with Shaw University has established an Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center. The Center’s purpose is to: inspire, connect, encourage, and support startups, students and existing entrepreneurs.
Learn MoreOne of the most rewarding things about working at the Carolina Small Business Development Fund is being able to see people realize their dreams.
Read StoriesNuestra misión es proporcionar servicios de préstamos, asistencia técnica y herramientas de gestión empresarial a los empresarios hispanos y la comunidad latina en Carolina del Norte; en especial a aquellos que están social o económicamente en desventaja o desatendidos.
Aprenda MásWe're passionate about helping others realize their dreams. But its only possible with your support.
Partner With UsOur work is shaped by evidence-based and apolitical research highlighting why small businesses are the foundation of economic development.
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