Stark State College offers an Associate of Applied Business degree in Business Management with an Entrepreneurship major, equipping students with the essential business and entrepreneurial skills to start and grow their own businesses.

CommStar Business Loans offers a range of financial solutions, including business and equipment loans, specifically tailored for members in Lorain, Cuyahoga, Erie, and Huron Counties, with a focus on supporting local businesses and real estate investments.

The Urban League of Greater Cleveland Entrepreneurship Center provides support and resources for minority and disadvantaged businesses in Ohio, helping them start, grow, and succeed.

Our goal is to help build a diversified, resilient and innovative economy that catalyzes and sustains long-term prosperity for the region. To do that, we place priority on growing and supporting our business community and creating jobs in the region.

As the state's leading business advocate and resource, the Ohio Chamber of Commerce aggressively champions free enterprise, economic competitiveness and growth for the benefit of all Ohioans.

ai4smallbiz.org aims to be a student-powered resource for small business owners and marketers ​​ What began as a series of projects at Baldwin Wallace University evolved into a larger student-led effort to equip small business owners and one-person marketing teams with information and resources to help them check off more of their tasks in less time.

The Air Force Tech Connect and Space Force Tech Connect are initiatives by the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force aimed at driving innovation through partnerships with external entities like small businesses, academia, industry, and entrepreneurs. Their mission is to connect these potential partners with experts and opportunities within the Air Force and Space Force science and technology ecosystem, leveraging external innovations that can have a transformational impact on U.S. air, space, and cyber capabilities.

Village Capital Loans is a financial organization focused on providing accessible lending solutions to underserved communities, empowering individuals and small businesses to achieve their financial goals.

The Hebrew Free Loan Association (HFLA) of Northeast Ohio is a non-profit organization that provides interest-free loans to individuals and families in need, helping them overcome financial obstacles and achieve their goals. HFLA offers a variety of loan programs, including education loans, small business loans, and emergency loans.

The Chagrin Valley Chamber of Commerce is a vital organization dedicated to supporting local businesses and fostering economic growth in the Chagrin Valley area through networking, advocacy, and community engagement.

Spaces Cleveland Warehouse District offers flexible office space, coworking, and meeting rooms in a vibrant location in Cleveland’s Warehouse District, with a focus on fostering collaboration and networking.

Westown CDC Commercial Programs is a community development initiative that supports local businesses, attracts new investments, and fosters economic revitalization in the Westown neighborhood.

The City of North Royalton Storefront Renovation Rebate Program offers a 50%% rebate to local businesses for exterior building improvements, with an additional 5%% for sustainable components, to help revitalize the city's commercial districts.

The Regional 166 Direct Loan Program ("Regional 166 Direct Loan" or the "Program") promotes economic development, business expansion, and job creation and/or retention by providing low interest loans to businesses who may have limited access to adequate capital from private sources of financing.

The Regional Incubator for Sustainability and Entrepreneurship (RISE) fosters innovation and sustainable business practices by supporting startups and entrepreneurs through resources, mentorship, and collaborative opportunities.

The City of Beachwood Revolving Loan Fund and Linked Deposit Program provides low-interest loans and reduced-rate financing to businesses and individuals in the local community to spur economic growth and development.

The City of Sandusky Public Vendors program fosters local entrepreneurship by regulating public vending, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while enhancing the vibrancy of the community.

Growth Opps is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to empowering underserved small businesses in Ohio through community development capital, professional services, and advocacy for equitable access to resources, particularly in clean energy initiatives.

Small Business Assistance Grant Business Development Loan Substantial Development Loan

The Downtown Cleveland Food Truck Guide is a comprehensive resource for food truck operators in Cleveland, providing information on permits, regulations, and opportunities to participate in events organized by Downtown Cleveland, Inc. (DCI).