Best Small Business Resources in the Yakima Area
Starting a business is a life-changing experience. Washington has dozens of great resources to help entrepreneurs get started. Our team researched and vetted organizations in the Yakima area and compiled our list of recommended resources in this article.
You can also read our guide to starting a business in Washington.
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Yakima SBDC
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Offers Free Service
Description
The greatest strength of the SBDC is their free, confidential, 1-on-1 business mentoring for anyone who seeks it. Sometimes in order to be considered for mentoring from one of their professional business advisors, you may have to attend a class/workshop or at least present your business plan. SBDC's are located all throughout the state and you should use the SBDC closest to your location if possible, but you can often transfer to a different location if they do not fit your needs.
Works with Companies in These Stages:
Idea
Planning
Startup
Growth
Yakima SCORE
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Offers Free Service
Description
SCORE (Service Corp of Retired Executives) is a leading, nation-wide organization that has assisted millions of entrepreneurs over its 50+ years of operation. SCORE is a resource partner of the SBA that offers access to a network of experienced business leaders who donate time to mentor entrepreneurs and small business owners. They also host free or inexpensive workshops online and at 300 local chapters around the United States. Mentoring can be conducted either in person or remotely and is always free and confidential, no matter how often you take advantage of this service.
Works with Companies in These Stages:
Idea
Planning
Startup
Growth
Yakima Valley Libraries
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Offers Free Service
Accepts Walks In
Description
Yakima Valley Libraries has a webpage that's dedicated to business resources, including online databases, staff recommended books and links to other state and federal resources for small business. In addition, you can book a librarian for business plan development and small business resources. Library card for Yakima residents is free and non-residents can purchase a yearly membership for a low fee. For other branch locations and hours please click here
Restrictions
A library card may be required to access certain resources.
Works with Companies in These Stages:
Idea
Planning
Startup
Growth
