Building Black Biz has created an online educational guide that features the fundamentals of entrepreneurship to help start or grow your business. Our resources include curated topics that range from business development skills to finding the right funding or mentorship program for your small business. All educational opportunities have been provided by Operation Hope, the NYC Small Business Services and MetroPlus Health.

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  1. Small Business Development Program

  Operation Hope Business Basics Program.

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  2. Credit and Money Management Program

  Operation Hope Credit and Money Management Program.

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  3. Grant Programs

  Local and national small business grant programs.

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  4. Request A Financial Coach

  Schedule a free, virtual coaching session with a live, personal Operation Hope Financial Coach.

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  5. NYC Business Reopening Guide

  Learn how to safely reopen or operate your business with the current NYC COVID-19 guidelines.

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  6. Black Entrepreneurs NYC (BE NYC)

  A program which aims to increase the number of Black-owned business in New York City with a focus on growing businesses in high-growth industries..

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  7. Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) Certification

  The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) offers free business courses to guide NYC.

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  8. NYC Business Courses

  Operation Hope Business Basics Program.

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  9. FastTrac®

  FastTrac® is a series of multiple-session entrepreneurship bootcamps offered by the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS).

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  10. Free Business Legal Advice

  Legal matters are important to small businesses, and The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) can connect you with a lawyer that will help you save costs and time.

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  11. NYC Small Business Support Center

  Easy access to services from multiple agencies to help businesses start, grow and operate.

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  12. Corporate Alliance Program

  Programs that provide direct access to select partner corporations through workshops, one-on-one mentorships, and contracting opportunities.