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Business Resources

Disclaimer: The DMV Christian Chamber of Commerce, Inc. does not endorse the business services, agencies, or organizations listed below. We recommend that you conduct thorough research to ensure their offerings, products, and services are suitable for your needs and business. 

Federal Resources (United States)

  • U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
    • Find no‑cost/low‑cost local business assistance from SBDCs, SCORE, Women’s Business Centers, and VBOCs. Visit site
    • SBA – Local Assistance Finder — Search nearby SBA counseling, training, and mentoring providers by ZIP code. Visit site
  • IRS
    • Small Business & Self‑Employed Tax Center: Tax guidance, EINs, e‑file/pay, and forms for small businesses and self‑employed. Visit site
  • U.S. Department of Commerce
    • Export counseling and market entry services; find your local office. Visit site

Maryland Resources

  • Maryland Business Express
    • Start, register, and manage your Maryland business in one place. Visit site
  • Maryland SBDC Network
    • No‑cost advising & training for startups and existing businesses statewide. Visit site
  • Maryland APEX Accelerator
    • Government contracting counseling for Maryland businesses. Visit site
  • Governor’s Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs (GOSBA)
    • State procurement readiness, small business resources, and M/WBE programs. Visit site
  • MDOT Office of Minority Business Enterprise (MBE/DBE/ACDBE)
    • State MBE certification and federal DBE/ACDBE for transportation projects. Visit site
  • Maryland Small Business Financing Authority (MSBFA)
    • Loans, guarantees, and capital access programs for MD small businesses. Visit site
  • TEDCO (MD Technology Development Corporation)
    • Funding and support for tech startups and innovation companies in Maryland. Visit site
  • FSC First
    • Public‑private small business loan programs and financing support. Visit site

Virginia Resources

  • Virginia Business One Stop
    • Plan, register, and manage your Virginia business with step‑by‑step tools. Visit site
  • Virginia SBDC Network
    • No‑cost one‑on‑one advising and training statewide. Visit site
  • Virginia APEX Accelerator
    • Government contracting counseling across Virginia. Visit site
  • Department of Small Business & Supplier Diversity (SBSD) – SWaM & DBE
    • State certifications (Small, Women‑owned, Minority‑owned; DBE/ACDBE). Visit site
  • Virginia Small Business Financing Authority (VSBFA)
    • State financing programs, loan guarantees, and bonds for small businesses. Visit site
  • Community Business Partnership (CBP) & WBC of Northern Virginia
    • Northern Virginia nonprofit lender + Women’s Business Center (training, counseling, loans). Visit site

Washington, DC Resources

  • DC Department of Small & Local Business Development (DSLBD)
    • CBE certification, capital access, training, and DC APEX Accelerator. Visit site
  • DC Business Licensing (DLCP) – My DC Business Center
    • Business One‑Stop for licensing, corporate registration, and checklists. Visit site
  • DC SBDC (Howard University Lead Center)
    • No‑cost advising & training for DC entrepreneurs. Visit site
  • DC APEX Accelerator
    • Contracting readiness and counseling for local, state, and federal markets. Visit site
  • Washington, DC Women’s Business Center (NCRC)
    • Counseling, workshops, and peer networks for women entrepreneurs. Visit site
  • Latino Economic Development Center (LEDC)
    • Small business counseling, training, and microloans across DC/MD/VA. Visit site
  • Washington Area Community Investment Fund (Wacif) – CDFI
    • Loans, advisory services, and programs for entrepreneurs in the DC region. Visit site
  • Kiva DC Hub (DSLBD)
    • 0% interest crowdfunded microloans for DC entrepreneurs, supported locally by DSLBD. Visit site

Faith‑Based Business Support Services

  • DMV Christian Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
    • Faith‑driven business community serving Washington, DC, Maryland, and the Virginia region. Visit site
  • Faith Driven Entrepreneur
    • Global content, peer groups, and events for Christian founders and leaders. Visit site
  • C12 Business Forums
    • Peer advisory groups for Christian CEOs/owners integrating biblical leadership in business. Visit site
  • Praxis – Redemptive Entrepreneurship
    • Accelerator, community, and resources for faith‑motivated founders and funders. Visit site
  • Nehemiah Entrepreneurship Community (Biblical Entrepreneurship)
    • Biblically‑integrated training/coaching and the 'Biblical Entrepreneurship' program. Visit site
  • U.S. Christian Chamber of Commerce (National)
    • National network connecting Christian chambers and faith‑driven businesses. Visit site
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