Online with OE3 – Overview of Financial Resources for Small Businesses

📅 7/1/2026 10:00am
📍 Virtual

✨ Why this matters:
Finding the right funding resource can help entrepreneurs gain clarity, build confidence, and take the next step toward sustainable business growth. This virtual session connects small business owners with updates on financial resources from state, federal, local, private, and community programs.

🎯 In this session, you’ll learn how to:

• Explore financial resources available through public, private, and community programs
• Understand upcoming monthly topics, including grants, business registration, licensing, marketing, and clean energy equity
• Ask business questions in English or Spanish during the live session
• Identify resources that may help you start, stabilize, or grow your business

👥 Who this is perfect for:
This session is a strong fit for Illinois entrepreneurs, small business owners, and anyone looking for clearer information about funding and business support resources. It may be especially helpful for entrepreneurs who want to better understand grants, financial assistance, and public-sector programs available to small businesses.

🏢 About Office of Minority Economic Empowerment (OE3):
The Office of Minority Economic Empowerment supports entrepreneurs and small business owners by connecting them with resources, programs, and opportunities that help advance inclusive economic growth across Illinois.

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See you there! ✨