What's In It for Me?

A Free, Economic Recovery Small Business Workshop for Women, Minority & Veteran Owned Businesses

This event was held June 17, 2010.

The Wichita State University Metropolitan Complex.
5015 E. 29th St., N. Wichita

Registration required: Marcia Stevens, 316-978-3258 or Wichita_do@sbc.gov

June17 Economic Recovery Workshop

Free Spaying, Neutering and Other Pet Services

Free spaying and neutering for pets owned by low-income residents is currently available.  The pets will receive a free rabies vaccination and micro-chipping and owners will receive a free pet license for one year.  The services are provided from late October through early November, 2009. 

Read the full press release here.

Energy Improvements for your Home

The South Central Kansas Economic Development District (SCKEDD) has received funding to provide grants to low income families, who own or rent their homes, to make home energy improvements.  Eligible improvements include weather-stripping around windows and doors, sealing air and gas leaks, installing insulation and replacing refrigerators and repairing/replacing furnaces and air conditioners.  To learn more, go to the SCKEDD website.

Support for Local Small Businesses

Improved Storefronts in Low-Income Neighborhoods.

The Neighborhood Facade Improvement Program is funded through  CDBG-R ARRA funds. The funds will be used for improvements to commercial building facades.  

The application period has ended with over 40 applictions received.  Awards will be made in May.

Additional Funding through Small Business Association

Funding Program - Small Business Administration (SBA)

The Small Business Administration has received funds to reduce loan fees, provide higher guarantees, enhance current SBA programs and more.  The additional funds and new initiatives are aimed at loosening small business credit markets and stimulating America's small business sector.  To learn more, click here or visit the SCKEDD website.