Some Trusted Resources
Resources For Small Businesses
We’ve connected with numerous organizations and confidently recommend these resources to help stabilize and grow your business. They cover essentials like planning, funding, peer groups, and networking. Best of all, most of these resources are free. If you're seeking something more specific, reach out—I’ll point you in the right direction. Most of these resources are located in southwestern Pennsylvania. Check with your local Chamber of Commerce or government officials to see if similar resources exist in your neck of the woods.
Ignite Small Business Incubator
Ignite, part of Washington & Jefferson College, has an excellent Ideas to Enterprise Program that provides entrepreneurs with a solid foundation and path forward with a business plan, pitch practice, and cash grant opportunities.
Entrepreneurs Forever
eForever peer groups comprise a diverse set of non-competing small business owners. Working with an experienced facilitator, they discuss the challenges they all face right now, develop solutions they can use tomorrow, and build ever-stronger ownership skills.
SBA
The U.S. Small Business Administration is the only cabinet-level federal agency fully dedicated to small businesses. Providing counseling, capital, and contracting expertise as the nation's go-to resource and voice for small businesses.
SBDC
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) offers no-cost, confidential consulting services and training workshops in southwestern Pennsylvania to empower entrepreneurs and small business owners with the knowledge they need to start, grow, and prosper.
"Clearing the Way" Podcast
Clearing The Way was created as a learning resource for small business owners. Host, Bradley Martin talks with sales and HR experts, other small business owners, and anyone else who can provide information to clear your way to success.
Say Hey Networking Events
This free networking event held the third Wednesday of each month at Ignite Small Business Incubator offers a welcoming, casual space where newcomers and seasoned professionals alike can build valuable connections and access essential resources.
Resources For Nonprofits
WWCF
The Washington County Community Foundation enhances life in Washington County by fostering philanthropy. As grantmakers, donor service organizations, fundraisers, and community leaders, they make charitable giving more accessible and impactful.
Washington County Tourism
The Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency Grant Program supports local tourism assets by funding projects that boost visitation and enhance the tourism experience. Grants are awarded based on their potential to generate overnight stays.
CNX HQ
The HQ at CNX™ in Southpointe offers flexible workspace for nonprofits, charitable organizations, and underrepresented groups. With customizable leasing options and amenities, it fosters collaboration and growth in a supportive environment.
EQT Foundation
The EQT Foundation has provided over $74 million to nonprofits, supporting education, community development, and environmental preservation. Their mission is to foster community prosperity through trust-based philanthropy, focusing on impactful, resource-efficient programs.
Non-Profit Sidekick
Nonprofit SideKick! develops, supports, and inspires nonprofit organization leaders. Wendy and Stephanie bring both the nuts and bolts and the heart and soul of nonprofit leadership to their holistic coaching and consulting services, leadership development programs, and unique online community.
GOGO Program
The Get Online and Grow Online (GOGO) program offers businesses in Pittsburgh and the surrounding region with under 15 employees up to 10 hours of free technical assistance to develop personalized e-commerce solutions and expand their online presence.