What is the SBA

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) was created by President Eisenhower on July 30, 1953 by the the enactment of the Small Business Act.  It's mission is to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small businesses, preserve free competitive enterprise and maintain the strength of the overall economy.

How Can The SBA Help You
With offices through out the U.S. and it's territories the SBA assists small businesses by advocating for them in the legislatures at the national and local levels and by partnering with other organizations such as SCORE, SBDC and WBDC to provide mentoring, and training to them. 

The SBA sponsor many training workshops and seminars for startup businesses and provide access to tools. 

Additionally the SBA provides access to capital through their SBA loan programs by guaranteeing a portion of the loans.  The loans are made through banks, credit unions and other lending institutions that partner with the SBA.  The SBA also works to ensure that small businesses get access to set aside contracts.
Accessing the SBA
You can access the SBA startup resources by clicking here.