Charlotte, NC
Events
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Resources
Charlotte Business INClusion (CBI)
CBI assists certified Small Business Enterprises (SBEs) with growth and development, particularly in securing city contracts. The program offers technical assistance, business development, and financial guidance to small, minority, and women-owned firms, helping them grow, build capacity, and secure bonding to successfully bid on city projects. Website
Mecklenburg County Office of Economic Development
This office provides a Small Business Concierge Service—a one-stop shop that helps small businesses and entrepreneurs navigate the resources available across Mecklenburg County, the Charlotte Region, and the State of North Carolina. They also offer Meck Lending, providing loans of up to $75,000 at accommodating rates and terms to qualified small and start-up businesses in Mecklenburg County. Website
Central Piedmont Community College – Small Business Center
The Small Business Center at Central Piedmont provides resources and courses to the local business community to help start-ups and entrepreneurs. Services include free seminars, no-cost counseling, networking events, and access to a business resource library. Central Piedmont Community College
Foundation For The Carolinas – CLT City Grants
Through the Access to Capital Program, more than $30 million in federal funding was distributed to over 2,500 small businesses across Charlotte. This initiative supports businesses such as restaurants, salons, and fitness studios, helping them recover and grow. FFTC
Beyond Open CLT
This program offers a compilation of small business resources, including organizations and programs that provide technical assistance, learning and mentoring opportunities, competitive accelerator programs, and organizations that offer grants and loans to small business owners. Beyond Open CLT
Charlotte Area Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber provides a range of business resources, including the Small Business Concierge Program, which helps small businesses and entrepreneurs navigate the resources available across Mecklenburg County and the Charlotte Region. Website
Charlotte Regional Business Alliance
This organization offers resources such as market research, networking opportunities, and data to support business cases. They provide an interactive dashboard with information on local population, projected growth demographics, and more. Website
Women's Business Center of Charlotte
Part of The Institute, this center offers technical assistance, small business counseling, and resources tailored for women entrepreneurs. Services include business plan development, financial management, and access to capital. Website
Urban League of Central Carolinas
The Urban League provides programs focused on employment, education, and racial inclusion. They offer services such as evening computer classes, mortgage counseling programs, and basic skills training to promote economic self-sufficiency among African American families. Website
Self-Help Credit Union
A nonprofit CDFI offering personal and business banking, home loans, and financial coaching.
Latino Community Credit Union·
Serves Latino and underserved communities with accessible financial services.
Carolina Community Impact
Offers microloans and financial education to support small businesses and individuals.
Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC)
Supports community development initiatives through financing and technical assistance.
Aspire Community Capital
Partners with CDFIs and MDIs to provide capital to underserved communities.