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OH Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

Run by Ohio Development Services Agency / SBA, a state agency

Ohio's 30+ SBDC locations provide free one-on-one business advising, market research, and connections to state and federal financing programs.

Award: Free consulting + access to $5,000–$500,000 financing
Deadline: Rolling
Run by: Ohio Development Services Agency / SBA; State

Who it's for

OH-based business or startup
Any stage
No revenue minimum

Ohio Development Services Agency / SBA decides who gets help.

How to apply

You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.

Apply at ohiosbdc.ohio.gov

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OH Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is one option. What else may help?

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Where this comes from

Details are based on the program's official information. Ohio Development Services Agency / SBA decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.

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