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Can all small businesses receive one-on-one SBDC advising?

Answered 2 years ago

For-profit small businesses can apply for one-on-one advising with SBDC and support with the EIDL forms. Non-profits are referred to partner organizations for one-on-one advising and EIDL support.

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