Community Resources
Events
Upcoming events hosted by the Michigan Small Business Development Center (SBDC) -Take advantage of practical small business guidance, delivered both live and on-demand. Learn more and view the calendar here.
Upcoming events hosted by Michigan's APEX Accelerators, which helps Michigan businesses succeed in the government marketplace. Learn more and view the calendar here.
Grant and Contract Opportunities
NAWBO National Programs (for members)
NAWBO Days— May 31-June 2, 2026 in DC - Get ready for one of the most energizing and impactful gatherings of the year for women business owners! NAWBO Days 2026 brings together our vibrant community from across the U.S. for three unforgettable days of connection, celebration, leadership and advocacy in our nation’s capital. This must-attend event combines everything NAWBO into one immersive experience: Leader Onboarding, Annual Membership Meeting, Awards Celebration and Advocacy Day. Learn more here.
NAWBO on the Go Podcast: Every Tuesday, a new episode drops – LISTEN HERE
Resources
Dream big....achieve bigger! CEED Lending can help you grow your business. CEED Lending's Small Business loans are available for start-up and expansion of any existing business. CEED Lending is committed to standing hand in hand with small business owners to ensure success. We don't just lend money; we help build strong businesses. Learn more here.
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. Learn more here.
Need help writing your business plan? There’s no right or wrong way to write a business plan. What’s important is that your plan meets your needs. Most business plans fall into one of two common categories: traditional or lean startup. Learn more
The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are the nation's largest source of early-stage R&D funding, helping small businesses advance their game-changing tech. See if these programs are a good fit for your business. Learn more
