Financial Resources
State of North Carolina
The state of North Carolina has an extensive program to help write a business plan. From writing and developing a plan, resources for space, counseling and expanding business, how to sell to the government, opportunities and labor management. This is a huge resource to help you with your business.
Carolina Small Business Development Fund
Providing financial solutions and guidance to help entrepreneurs achieve their business goals. If you are looking to start or expand your business, they offer loans designed for your needs.
U.S. Small Business Administration
The U.S. Small Business Administration helps power the American dream of business ownership. As the only go-to resource and voice for small businesses backed by the strength of the federal government, the SBA empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources and support they need to start, grow, expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations.
NC Rural Center Funding
NC Rural is a great source for funding a new business, through SSBCI programs, loans, lending partners, capital access programs and venture capital programs
North Carolina Economic Gardening Program
The agency's name sounds like it is for agriculture, farmers and nurseries but it is a program designed for economic growth of businesses. Economic Gardening is the oldest and best tested entrepreneurial economic development program in the country. With 35 years experience, some of the best minds in economics, corporate level tools, cutting edge new science and innovative new ideas. With national recognition and one of the best entrepreneurial programs.
NC Secretary of State
Resources for Innovators, Start-ups, and Entrepreneurs connecting you with mentors, business counselors, funding sources and more within your community and beyond. Most are free services.