Veterans

Veteran-Owned Business Hub

1.6M+ Businesses

Veteran-owned small businesses in the United States.

3M Employees

Jobs created by veteran-owned enterprises.

6.5% of Small Manufacturing

The share of small manufacturers that are veteran-owned.

Honoring
Veteran-Owned,
American Made.

American-made isn’t just a label. It’s a commitment to quality, security, and strength. In 2024, America’s Small Business Development Centers served 43,690 veterans and advised nearly 2,500 new veteran-owned business startups. 

Military community members are uniquely positioned for entrepreneurial success. No matter the era members of the military community served, they have one thing in common: They are equipped for entrepreneurial success. SBDCs serve their veteran clients through specialized training programs and tailored advising with SBDC advisors who have extensive experience with local and federal resources. This resource hub connects veteran entrepreneurs with the resources, expertise, and support they need to transform their military experience into thriving American businesses.

Veterans, service members, and their families are a major contributor to the economy.

"The Staten Island SBDC is the go-to organization for excellent guidance and direction for small businesses. I would like to thank the SBDC and Business Advisor Joe Bottega for directing me in obtaining the Veteran Disability Entrepreneurship Certification and helping me secure funding under the Payroll Protection Program."
Mark Adeniji
A Final Touch Construction Inc.

Nearly 1,000 SBDCs are available nationwide to help you on your entrepreneurial journey.

Contact your local SBDC to learn more about how they are helping veterans in their community start and grow their businesses.

Federal Resources

Boots to Business Training Series

Veterans Business Outreach Centers (VBOC)

SBA Resources for Military Spouse Businesses

Veteran Federal Procurement Entrepreneurship Training Program (VFPETP)

Loans | U.S. Small Business Administration

Veteran Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship (V-WISE)

The Startup Training Resources to Inspire Veteran Entrepreneurship (STRIVE)

Veteran Entrepreneurial Training & Resource Network

Non-Federal Resources

Warrior Rising

DAV Patriot Boot Camp

Hivers & Strivers Capital

Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) at Syracuse University

Second Service Foundation

VetFran

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Don’t just take our word for it

“At each point of business's expansive growth, the SBDC has served as a touchstone for the resources we’ve used, whether it's the EXIM Bank or the SBA or even state and local resources through the Georgia Department of Economic Development(GDEcD).”
Sean Casey
Rotorcorp
“We’re grateful for the support and guidance we received from our SBDC consultant, Taylor, who was knowledgeable, professional, and instrumental in giving us the confidence to grow our business.”
Foday Sambolah
Th3 Central BBQ+
“Jo Ann Di Maggio at the Illinois SBDC has been instrumental, providing referrals for attorneys, accountants, and even advised on local community organizations to consider joining to maximize success.”
Michael (Mike) Slaton
1-800-STRIPER

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Start or Expand Your Veteran-Owned Business.