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Small business programs and partner resources

A curated set of public resources for entrepreneurs, small businesses, lenders, and business support organizations.

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State & Federal Programs

Small Business Programs

Explore state and federal programs that support certification, training, financing, and small business growth.

Louisiana Department of Economic Development Programs

Explore Louisiana small business programs, certification resources, and state support opportunities.

United States Small Business Administration (SBA)

Find federal small business resources, district office support, training, loans, and guidance.

Small Business Guaranty Loan Program

Provides loan guarantees to banks and other small business lenders in association with the SSBCI ranging from $5,000 to $1.5 million.

Small and Emerging Business Development Program

Provides for developmental assistance, including entrepreneurial training, marketing, computer skills, accounting, legal and industry-specific assistance.

SBA Small Business Resource Guide

A comprehensive guide for all Louisiana small business resources.

Hudson Initiative

Certification program offers greater access to purchasing and contracting opportunities at the state government level.

Veteran Initiative

Helps veteran-owned and service-connected disabled veteran-owned small businesses gain greater access to purchasing and contracting opportunities at the state level.

Pathway to Assist Veteran Entrepreneurs (PAVE)

Offers Louisiana veterans the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills that are necessary to effectively start or manage a business.

Procurement & Contractor Resources

Small Business Professional Development / Resources Associations

Use these resources to find procurement opportunities, contractor training, and business registration support.

Source Louisiana

Connect with Louisiana procurement opportunities and supplier registration resources.

Louisiana Contractors Accreditation Institute

Training and accreditation support for contractors preparing to compete for Louisiana projects.

Local Business Partners

Small Business Professional Development / Resources Associations

Connect with local economic development and chamber partners that help businesses grow in Ascension Parish and surrounding communities.

Ascension Economic Development Corp (AEDC)

Economic development support and local business resources for Ascension Parish.

Donaldsonville Area Chamber of Commerce

Community business connections, local promotion, and support for Donaldsonville area businesses.

Ascension Chamber of Commerce

Networking, advocacy, and business resources for Ascension Parish companies.

Louisiana Business Hub

Small Business Centers in Louisiana

Find statewide business planning tools, training programs, and support organizations through the Louisiana Business Hub.

Louisiana Business Hub

Statewide portal for business planning resources, training, support organizations, and practical next steps.

Small business owner working in a storefront

Business Financing Resources

Small Business Microlenders / Lenders

Review lending partners, credit unions, and financing resources for startup capital, working capital, and business expansion.

South Central Planning and Development Commission

Regional planning and development resources, including business finance and community support.

Ascension Credit Union

Local credit union lending and financial services for members and businesses.

OnPath Credit Union

Business lending information and financial services for Louisiana business owners.

Hope Credit Union

Community-focused banking, lending, and financial resources.

United States Small Business Administration (SBA)

Federal lending guidance, business counseling, and district office support.

TruFund Financial Services

Financial services and lending support for entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Regions Bank

Small business loan and financing options from Regions Bank.

b1BANK

Commercial banking and lending resources for businesses.