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On International Women's Day, Mayor Bill de Blasio, Deputy Mayor Alicia Glen, NYC Department of Small Business Services Commissioner Gregg Bishop, and Council Member Helen Rosenthal announced that more than $280,000 in zero-interest loans has been pledged to women entrepreneurs through the City's crowdfunding partnership with Kiva.
The program will allow small business owners to obtain free legal assistance on topics that include negotiating a lease, resolving landlord issues, responding to an eviction notice, breach of contract disputes, and lease renewal. Non-franchise businesses that meet income requirements are eligible for this service.
- The Online Directory of Certified Businesses is a searchable list of M/WBE, LBE, and EBE certified businesses across the New York City area. Directory listings include company details (including what goods/services they sell or provide) and contact information.
- Assess your business strengths and needs
- Connect you to free resources provided by SBS and local organizations
- Provide immediate support and make referrals for future services
- Answer questions about your specific business community
Businesses
We help businesses start, operate, and grow by:
- Helping minority and women-owned businesses (M/WBEs) get City-certified and compete for contracts
- Connecting entrepreneurs to free resources ranging from business courses to legal services
- Explaining government rules and regulations
- Helping entrepreneurs apply for funding to launch or grow a business
M/WBE Certification
Ensures minority and women-owned businesses have greater access to public contracting opportunities.
Ensures minority and women-owned businesses have greater access to public contracting opportunities.
Ensures minority and women-owned businesses have greater access to public contracting opportunities.
