Business & Contracting
Start it. Fund it. Get certified. Win federal contracts set aside for veteran-owned businesses.
Free SBA-funded business counseling, training, and mentoring for veterans, service members, and military spouses.
Next step
Find your regional VBOC — most services are free and virtual.
7(a), 504, and Microloan programs, plus the Military Reservist Economic Injury Disaster Loan (MREIDL).
Next step
Meet with a VBOC counselor first — they'll match you to the right loan program before you apply.
Federal set-aside contracts for service-disabled veteran-owned and veteran-owned small businesses. SBA runs certification since 2023.
Next step
Register on SAM.gov first, then apply for certification at veterans.certify.sba.gov.
Required to do business with the federal government. Free — never pay a third party to register.
Next step
Get a Unique Entity ID and register your entity at sam.gov. Allow 10 business days for review.
Central listing of every federal grant. Search by keyword, agency, or eligibility.
Next step
Search 'veteran' at grants.gov. Bookmark opportunities and set email alerts.
Free 1-on-1 business mentorship from experienced professionals. Many mentors are veterans.
Next step
Request a mentor at score.org — match usually happens within 48 hours.
Free 2-day entrepreneurship training on military bases plus a follow-on 8-week Revenue Readiness course.
Next step
Ask your installation's Transition Assistance Program (TAP) office for the next Boots to Business date.
Veteran-led nonprofit that helps veterans launch and grow businesses through mentorship, training, and micro-grants.
Next step
Apply for the Vetrepreneur program at warriorrising.org.
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