Breaking news
New online events posted!
By Matt Francis
/ June 24, 2020
/ June 24, 2020
Two new events hosted by ASTBC and Startup Junkie to help businesses through COVID-19 next week: Wednedsay – 10:00 am…
AEDC Announces Quick Action Loan Program for Small Businesses
By Matt Francis
/ March 31, 2020
/ March 31, 2020
In response to the inquires that they’ve received from small businesses around the state, the Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC)…
COVID-19 Disaster Relief Loan Information Updated
By Matt Francis
/ March 28, 2020
/ March 28, 2020
COVID-19 Resources: Small businesses who intend on applying for loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration may want to begin applying…
Resource Providers
Resource providers in our community and greater area are here to help you. Click on each organization to learn more about what they do, as well as their COVID-19 resources.
Shop Small-Stand for Small
This resource is from American Express’ Small Business Saturday initiative. It includes marketing materials tips and other information for small…
Free online training for under/unemployed (U of A workforce)
University of Arkansas Professional and Workforce Development, the Arkansas Division of Workforce Services, Northwest Arkansas Economic Development District, and the…
Bounce Back USA-Minuteman
Bounce Back USA is an initiative created by Minuteman Press to offer two free services to help support all of our neighboring businesses as we find…
Creating WordPress Websites (FREE Self-Paced Tutorial)
This course will give you hands-on experience with this powerful website building tool. Throughout the course, you will build a…
Arkansas Ready for Business
This website is the governor’s resources for re-opening and managing businesses safely in the state of Arkansas. Lots of information,…
Real-Time Mentoring from SCORE
SCORE and Constant Contact present the new Real-Time Mentoring platform to connect small business owners with SCORE mentors LIVE. Registration…
NWA Democrat Gazette Advertising Match Program
The Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette is introducing a local business stimulus program designed to help local businesses recover and restart after…
Arkansas Legal Services Online
These services are largely for individuals, but there are some employment features as well. Legal Aid staff will continue to…
Arkansas Community Foundation
Arkansas Community Foundation has established a statewide COVID-19 Relief Fund. In addition to accepting donations from the general public, this…
Forge Community Loan Fund
The mission of FORGE is to promote community development and economic sustainability by linking investors with borrowers, urban and rural…
Recently Added Events
Support groups that serve our area are providing up-to-the minute webinars to keep you informed during these turbulent times. Sign up for upcoming meetings to stay informed.
ASSEMBLE: Where Women Talk Business
The Northwest Arkansas Business Women’s Conference has started a virtual series that will be hosted once a week on Thursdays…
OVERCOME – A Series on Leadership in Crisis
OVERCOME. Improvise. Adapt. Overcome. is a series on leadership in crisis, led by Startup Junkie’s Jeff Amerine and Conductor’s Jeff Standridge….
| Name | Description | Resources | Resource Types |
|---|---|---|---|
 Arkansas Community Foundation |
Arkansas Community Foundation has established a statewide COVID-19 Relief Fund. | Nonprofit and Special – COVID-19 | |
 Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC) |
From start-ups to Fortune 500 companies, Arkansas Economic Development Commission enables business with comprehensive resources and custom know-how. | Small Business/SBA | |
 Arkansas Legal Services Online |
Online resources for free legal services in Arkansas | Legal and Special – COVID-19 | |
 Arkansas Ready for Business |
State of Arkansas’ site for businesses during COVID19 | City/Government and Small Business/SBA | |
 Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center |
ASBTDC is your go-to resource for help starting or growing a small business in Arkansas. Our centers assist all types of for-profit small businesses. | Small Business/SBA and Special – COVID-19 | |
 ASBDTC YouTube channel |
Webinars and other videos that provide valuable info for small business | Small Business/SBA and Special – COVID-19 | |
 Bounce Back USA-Minuteman |
Free advertising resources | Advertising/Media | |
 CDC Business Pandemic Resources |
Resources to help businesses of all sizes plan, prepare, and respond to coronavirus disease 2020 | Special – COVID-19 | |
 City of Elkins, AR |
If you are looking for a growing city to operate a business, you will find what you need in Elkins, Arkansas. If you are operating within the city limits, please visit our page to apply for a Business License. | City/Government | |
| Creating WordPress Websites (FREE Self-Paced Tutorial) |
Self-paced course to create your own WordPress site | Education | |
 Forge Community Loan Fund |
FORGE provides access to affordable capital and business development services to small businesses and nonprofit organizations that are financially viable but otherwise have difficulty obtaining loan capital from traditional sources | Funding Source | |
| Free online training for under/unemployed (U of A workforce) |
Free online training for underemployed or unemployed worker | Education | |
 Local Trade Partners |
Sign Up Fee Waiver during this Covid-19 crisis for eligible business’s and credit extensions for members in need. | Barter Membership Organization | |
 NWA Council/ASBTDC |
Assistance for businesses and qualifying nonprofits | Small Business/SBA and Special – COVID-19 | |
| NWA Democrat Gazette Advertising Match Program |
The Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette is introducing a local business stimulus program designed to help local businesses recover and restart after restrictions and closures resulting from the response to COVID-19. | Advertising/Media and Special – COVID-19 |