NY REAL

REAL provides hands-on entrepreneurship education to over 10,000 students of all ages annually; 1,668 instructors have been trained in the REAL program.

Since 1985 more than 11,500 youth and adults have received intensive entrepreneurship training from North Carolina REAL. On average, 2.2 jobs have been created per REAL business start-up, generating $3 million in sales per month across the state.

REAL is highlighted in "Cultivating Successful Rural Economies: Benchmark Practices at Community Colleges" by Regional Technology Strategies, Inc. The report

SCORE

SCORE "Counselors to America 's Small Business" is a nonprofit association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and the formation, growth and success of small business nationwide. SCORE is a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

SCORE is headquartered in Herndon , VA and Washington , DC and has 389 chapters throughout the United States and its territories, with 10,500 volunteers nationwide. Both working and retired executives and business owners donate time and expertise as business counselors. SCORE was founded in 1964.

We are America 's premier source of free and confidential small business advice for entrepreneurs.

Entrepreneurial Assistance Program (EAP)

The Entrepreneurial Assistance Program (EAP) was created in New York State by the NYS Omnibus Economic Development Act of 1987. Since its inception, the EAP initiative has helped entrepreneurs create new businesses and has provided in-depth assistance to minorities, women and dislocated workers interested in starting a business.

The EAP establishes centers in local communities to provide instruction, training, technical assistance and support services to individuals who have recently started their own business or are interested in starting a business. The program’s EAP centers are strategically located throughout the State.

Wellsville Chamber Of Commerce
The Wellsville Area Chamber of Commerce is a private, not-for-profit business organization that brings together representatives of business and industry, professional, and other organizations from throughout the area to promote a vibrant local economy.  When all representatives work together, the whole community benefits.  A strong economy base enhances the quality of life of all who life and work in the area.  Make sure you are part of the team that is scoring points for a better future.

US Small Business Administration
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) was created in 1953 as an independent agency of the federal government to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small business concerns, to preserve free competitive enterprise and to maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation. We recognize that small business is critical to our economic recovery and strength, to building America 's future, and to helping the United States compete in today's global marketplace. Although SBA has grown and evolved in the years since it was established in 1953, the bottom line mission remains the same. The SBA helps Americans start, build and grow businesses. Through an extensive network of field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations, SBA delivers its services to people throughout the United States , Puerto Rico, the U. S. Virgin Islands and Guam .

Cuba Chamber of Commerce

The Cuba New York Chamber of Commerce has many benefits for your local business. If you would like to join the Chamber of Commerce, please print and complete the Membership Application form below. If you have any questions, send us an e-mail at chamber@cubanewyork.us.

Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance     http://www.otda.state.ny.us/main/

The Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) is responsible for supervising programs that provide assistance and support to eligible families and individuals.

Alfred State College  http://www.alfredstate.edu/

Alfred State College is a public, coeducational, nonsectarian college of approximately 3,300 undergraduates. The College was founded in 1908 and joined the newly organized State University of New York (SUNY) system in 1948.

Allegany County

Discover Allegany County

You will discover a mostly rural countryside interspersed with individually unique villages and hamlets set amidst a stunning landscape of rolling hills, deep valleys, and picturesque streams all connected to the historic Genesee River . Dense state and county forest lands and open fields beckon those who wish to experience the outdoors which showcases our spectacular scenery and abundant wildlife.

CDFI Fund US Treasury

The CDFI Fund was created for the purpose of promoting economic revitalization and community development through investment in and assistance to community development financial institutions (CDFIs). The CDFI Fund was established by the Riegle Community Development and Regulatory Improvement Act of 1994, as a bipartisan initiative.

The CDFI Fund achieves its purpose by promoting access to capital and local economic growth

NYSERDA

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is a public benefit corporation created in 1975 under Article 8, Title 9 of the State Public Authorities Law through the reconstitution of the New York State Atomic and Space Development Authority.  NYSERDA’s earliest efforts focused solely on research and development with the goal of reducing the State’s petroleum consumption. Subsequent research and development projects focused on topics including environmental effects of energy consumption, development of renewable resources, and advancement of innovative technologies.

http://www.getenergysmart.org/

Association for Enterprise Opportunity (AEO)   http://www.microenterpriseworks.org/
Founded in 1991, AEO is the only national membership association committed to microenterprise development as an effective economic development strategy and a powerful poverty alleviation tool. AEO provides its members with a forum, information, and a voice to promote enterprise opportunity for people and communities with limited resources.

AEO currently has a membership that stretches across the 50 states, the District of Columbia , and Puerto Rico and includes all key agencies and organizations that provide microenterprise services to disadvantaged microentrepreneurs. The combined reach of these organizations exceeds 300,000 microentrepreneurs and small business owners annually.

EcoVentures International     http://www.eco-ventures.org/

EVI runs green enterprise projects, direct training and training-of-trainer programs, facilitates market linkage and value chain development, manages learning networks and dialogues, and develops training curricula and other environmental enterprise learning tools. 

EVI research and programs include environmental enterprises related to renewable energy, water, agriculture, organics, non-timber forest products, recycling, natural fibers, and alternative fuels.

Governor Office/ Small Cities   http://www.nysocr.org/

NY The Office of Community Renewal administers the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for the State of New York . The NYS CDBG program provides financial assistance to eligible cities, towns, and villages with populations under 50,000 and counties with an area population under 200,000, in order to develop viable communities by providing decent, affordable housing, and suitable living environments, as well as expanding economic opportunities, principally for persons of low and moderate income.

S.T.N. STEDO  http://www.southerntierwest.org/businesses.htm

The Southern Tier West Regional Planning & Development Board is a Regional Planning Board, a unit of government created in 1969 by a resolution of the County Legislatures of Allegany, Cattaraugus, and Chautauqua Counties in New York State under the authority of Article 12B of the New York State General Municipal Law. From its headquarters in Salamanca ( Cattaraugus County ), New York , Southern Tier West serves Allegany, Cattaraugus, and Chautauqua Counties of New York State .

USDA   http://www.usda.gov

 National Community Reinvestment Coalition    http://www.ncrc.org//index.php
The National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) is an association of more than 600 community-based organizations that promote access to basic banking services, including credit and savings, to create and sustain affordable housing, job development, and vibrant communities for America 's working families.

ACCORD Corporation - ACCORD Corporation is a not-for-profit Community Action Agency located in beautiful Allegany County, New York. Established in 1972, we have a history of dedicated service through our experienced and professional staff of over 150 employees. With several locations throughout the county, we continue to strive for excellence in alleviating poverty and fostering economic development and growth.

Allegany County Chamber of Commerce

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