Resources for Small Businesses
JobsOhio offers several programs to help entrepreneurs and small businesses grow, create jobs and thrive in Ohio.
JobsOhio Small Business Grant
The JobsOhio Small Business Grant provides financial support for small businesses located in qualifying zip codes and/or owned by minorities, women, veterans and people with disabilities.
JobsOhio Small Business Academy, Powered by Aileron
The Small Business Academy is a 12-month program that helps small business owners grow the skills they need to run thriving businesses.
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses
JobsOhio is partnering with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses to bring free business education that provides small business owners with practical skills to take their business to the next level, with topics like financial statements, negotiations, and marketing.
Lightship Foundation Bootcamps
JobsOhio has partnered with Lightship Foundation to offer a free 3-day bootcamp designed to promote a more inclusive landscape for businesses led by unrepresented founders.
Small Business Advisory Council
The Small Business Advisory Council is a group of business leaders and industry experts from across the state who champion the success of small businesses in Ohio. The council ensures Ohio small businesses have the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to grow and succeed.