OH Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

Administered by Ohio Development Services Agency / SBA · ohiosbdc.ohio.gov

Ohio's 30+ SBDC locations provide free one-on-one business advising, market research, and connections to state and federal financing programs.

Eligibility requirements

✓OH-based business or startup
✓Any stage
✓No revenue minimum

Insider tip

Ohio SBDCs have strong connections to JobsOhio and the state's economic development programs. Ask specifically about the Ohio Small Business Relief Grant — new rounds open periodically.

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

Apply at ohiosbdc.ohio.gov →

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Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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