We support America's small businesses. The SBA connects entrepreneurs with lenders and funding to help them plan, start and grow their business.

1953: President Dwight Eisenhower signs the Small Business Act into law on July 30, creating a new agency, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). SBA’s mission is to "aid, counsel, assist and …

May 3, 2023 · Whether you’re setting up a brick-and-mortar business or launching an online store, the choices you make could affect your taxes, legal requirements, and revenue.

SBA is the only cabinet-level federal agency fully dedicated to small business and provides counseling, capital, and contracting expertise as the nation’s only go-to resource and voice for small businesses.

Find funding to start or grow your business, or to help you recover after a declared disaster.

Register your business to make it a distinct legal entity. How and where you need to register depends on your business structure and business location.

Nov 18, 2025 · In the body of the email, include your loan or application number, reason for request, business name, applicant name and contact information. To make payments to existing loans, …

Nov 29, 2025 · Now more than ever, small businesses need our support. Please join SBA and organizations across the country as they celebrate small business contributions to their communities …

Jul 3, 2025 · SBA account login and registration portals Access your SBA account login for loans, grants, contracting, or to update your SBA business profile.

Grants Find out about SBA's limited small business grants for scientific research, community promotion of entrepreneurship, and exporting.