Business funding

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Find funds and loans

Are you a startup that needs money to get up and running? An established business that needs money to innovate and grow? We have good news: State, federal, and private organizations can help you get the funds you need. Check out these programs that want you to succeed.

SBA fund programs

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Start or grow your business

It costs money to start a business. Funding your business is one of the most important financial choices most business owners make. How you choose to fund your operations could affect how you structure and run your business.
All SBA funding programs  

SBA loans and funds 

Find out which SBA-guaranteed loan program is best for your business.

Local help 

Get free or low-cost advice. Specialists for veterans and women are available.

Microloans 

Get access to startup and growth loans up to $50,000.

Disaster loans 

Learn about and apply for loans that can help your business recover.

Small business funds and loans

BDC Capital 
Get a customized financing plan to meet your needs.
Community Economic Development Fund 
See how they help businesses that can’t get traditional bank financing.
Community Investment Corp 
Explore the financing and practical guidance they provide.
Connecticut SBDC 
Learn about funding options and connect with lenders, angel investors, private equity, or venture capital investors.
CT Small Business Affairs Office 
See all the regional and statewide organizations providing funds and support.
Hartford small businesses 
The city’s Small Business and Community Development Division is ready to help you.
Small Business Boost Fund 
Get flexible funding and support services for your CT business.
Veteran-owned businesses 
See incentives and resources tailored to your needs.
Women-owned businesses 
Get support and resources to launch and build a successful business.

Startup funds

CT Innovations 

Learn how Connecticut’s strategic venture capital arm can help you.

Accelerators and incubators 

See 10 CT organizations that help develop, support, and mentor startups.

Funds and incentives for businesses of any size

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Funding opportunities

See state, federal, and private programs that can help you take your business to the next level.
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CT Innovations

Review funds and equity investment programs for leading-edge technologies.
Review the programs  
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Manufacturing Voucher Program

Get funds for the equipment and expertise you need to keep pace with product development and manufacturing innovations.
Learn about the grant  
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Tax incentives

Connecticut offers more than two dozen incentives to help companies thrive.
Review tax incentives