Assists contractors meet their obligations under Section 503. Includes information supporting contractors on issues related to effective outreach and recruitment of individuals with disabilities and veterans, reasonable accommodations in the workplace, promoting self‐identification as an individual with a disability or a veteran by job applicants and employees, and other relevant topics.
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The SBA can assist with matching businesses and entrepreneurs with potential lenders.
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Are you a small business owner looking for funding? The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) offers loans and grants to help you grow your business and succeed. SBA provides resources to help you start and expand your business.
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The Southern Oregon SBDC will offer it’s next “Restaurant Success Toolkit” webinar related to finance on April 12, 3 to 4:30 pm. Note that you are encouraged to attend, even if you missed the prior workshops. The link will allow you register or see prior workshops.
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The SBA offers grants, loans and advise for selling oversees including Oregon businesses. Support for online storefronts and E-commerce are provided.
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The Chamber of Medford & Jackson County, along with the Oregon Legislature and the Oregon Department of Administrative Services, will offer limited grants in response to COVID-19 and the economic impacts businesses faced in its wake. The Southern Oregon Strong Business Success Grant Program will provide direct payments to eligible businesses in Oregon House District #4* who have previously or are currently experiencing losses due to the pandemic.
The program may cover revenue losses related to utility expenses, mortgage and rent arrears, and other specific expenses to alleviate the financial impacts of the pandemic. To qualify, a company must be classified as a small business with no more than 500 employees, and the primary place of business must be within the boundaries of Oregon House District 4.*
* Visit the Jackson County Chambers Site including a Map of Eligible Communities (such as Central Point, White City, Eagle Point, Foots Creek, New Hope, Rogue River, Gold Hill, Wimer).
View Press Release.
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SOREDI will be making COVID-19 grants available to both Jackson and Josephine county employers impacted by COVID-19 through the new "Southern Oregon CARES" Business Grants.
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Details for the SOREDI Business Development Loan Fund
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SOREDI has a loan fund that helps to provide financing for small businesses that may have limited access to capital.
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T.H.R.I.V.E. Emerging Leaders Reimagined is an executive-level training series intended to give ambitious small business leaders a challenging opportunity to accelerate their growth through targeted training led by motivating leaders in small business development. T.H.R.I.V.E. Emerging Leaders Reimagined revolutionizes the rich history of executive-level training for small businesses poised for growth.
This training is not for start-ups or people who are thinking about starting a business. T.H.R.I.V.E. Emerging Leaders Reimagined advanced training series is open to small business owners and executives that:
Have annual revenues of at least $250,000
Have been in business for at least three years
Have at least one employee, other than self
The training is free through the SBA.
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Oregon's Trade Promotion Grants are awarded to eligible small businesses that meet the U.S. SBA's definition and can self-certify their eligibility. Small businesses are generally defined as those with 500 or fewer employees. Candidates must evaluate and certify their eligibility by submitting two required SBA forms: Self Certify as a Small Business, and Debarment Certification. To learn more visit Business Oregon or to see all US State contacts visit the SBA Directory.
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This federal Department of the Treasury site provides updated PPP information and forms.
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For Veteran entrepreneurs who are looking for help developing a business plan, grants, loans and training resources.
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This blog article provides suggestions for tracking, budgeting and personal management along with adaptations to lifestyle, environment, and mindset when working from home.
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Recovering from wildfire takes time, but this information will help you save time, money, and stress at each stage of the recovery process.
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