Small Business Resources
Below are organizations and programs that can help your business grow and thrive in Cleveland.
City of Cleveland Department of Economic Development
Provides technical assistance, financial programs, and resources to start or expand your business in Cleveland.
📍601 Lakeside Ave, Room 210, Cleveland, OH 44114
📞(216) 664-2406
🌐makeitincleveland.org
Council of Smaller Enterprises (COSE)
Offers networking, advocacy, cost-saving programs, and events for small businesses in Greater Cleveland.
📍1240 Huron Rd E, Suite 200, Cleveland, OH 44115
📞(216) 592-2222 | Toll-free: 866-553-5427
🌐cose.org
Cuyahoga County Department of Development – Office of Small Business
Provides funding opportunities, procurement assistance, and business guidance throughout Cuyahoga County.
📍2079 E 9th St, 7th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44115
📞(216) 698-2272
📩smallbusiness@cuyahogacounty.gov
🌐cuyahogacounty.gov
Council of Smaller Enterprises (COSE)
Offers networking, advocacy, cost-saving programs, and events for small businesses in Greater Cleveland.
📍1240 Huron Rd E, Suite 200, Cleveland, OH 44115
📞(216) 592-2222 | Toll-free: 866-553-5427
🌐cose.org
Economic & Community Development Institute
Nonprofit microlender and SBA partner offering small business loans, mentoring, and training.
📍1974 E 66th St, Suite 310, Cleveland, OH 44103
📞(216) 912-5655 | Loans: 1-888-210-3039
🌐ecdi.org
Hispanic Business Center
Bilingual business advising, certification assistance, and loan programs for Latino-owned businesses.
📍2511 Clark Ave, Cleveland, OH 44109
📞(216) 281-4422
📩info@hbcenter.org
🌐hbcenter.org
SCORE Cleveland
Free, confidential mentoring and business workshops from experienced professionals.
📍1350 Euclid Ave, Suite 216, Cleveland, OH 44115
📞(216) 522-4194
🌐score.org/cleveland
Small Business Association – Cleveland District Office
Federal small business support including loans, certifications, and training.
📍1350 Euclid Ave, Suite 211, Cleveland, OH 44115
📞(216) 522-4180 | SBA Answer Desk: 1-800-827-5722
🌐sba.gov/cleveland
Storefront Renovation Program (City of Cleveland)
Offers rebates and design assistance for commercial exterior improvements in eligible districts.
📞(216) 664-4031
🌐clevelandohio.gov
Hebrew Free Loan Association
Provides interest-free loans to help small businesses with startup or expansion costs.
📍23300 Chagrin Blvd, Suite 204, Beachwood, OH 44122
📞(216) 378-9042
🌐interestfree.org
Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Cleveland State University
Free one-on-one business advising, training programs, and export assistance.
📍Monte Ahuja College of Business, 1860 E 18th St, Room 308, Cleveland, OH 44115
📞(216) 687-6902
📩k.vandyke@csuohio.edu
🌐csusbdc.com
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