How to Find A Grant To Start A Business

If you are in need of funds to start a business, learn of many options available.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Time to research options
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1. If you're like most Americans, starting a business is still just a dream due to lack of funds. However, it doesn't have to be just a dream. There are many options available to starting entrepreneurs, you just need to know where to look. Following is a list of places to start, for more information, visit the link in the resources box below article.
2. The first option available is the Association for Enterprise Opportunity. They offer anything from grants, to free training and equipment. They have partnered up with many large companies such as Hewlett Packard and Citigroup to provide support to new business owner's. Visit their site at www.microenterpriseworks.org.
3. Another option is the Small Business Administration. The SBA offers small business grants, loans and additional assistance to help you build a strong business. Visit their site at www.sba.gov.
4. Grants.gov, managed by The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is a great resource to over 1,000 grants available for many situations. Visit their site at www.grants.gov for more information.
   *See link in resources box below for more detailed information.

Tips & Warnings

• Getting a grant can be a very lengthy process, so you must be patient. There is also a lot of paperwork involved, so it's a good idea to keep everything together in a file stored in a safe place.