Business Resources
Women Entrepreneurs
The Oregon Women’s Business Center at Livelihood NW
Livelihood NW is the home of the Oregon Women’s Business Center. Access free one-on-one business advising, information about grant opportunities, discounted workshops & trainings, networking opportunities and more! Become an Oregon Women’s Business Center member by completing an intake for. Membership is FREE and open to all!
Business Planning & Strategy
Women Founders Network On-Demand Webinars
Xcelerate Women - Connecting with them can be a great opportunity to expand your network of support and connect with a coach.
SCORE Resources for Women Entrepreneurs - Explore a wealth of resources designed to help your business thrive.
Women To Women Network - A vibrant community of businesswomen dedicated to elevating women in business.
ALIST - was established by Amanda Mailey in 2016 to connect BIPOC entrepreneurs to BIPOC creative professionals.
Launch Mid Valley's Women’s Coffee Club - A regional collaborative unearthing resources to help launch start-ups and support growth businesses. Network, learn, and grow.
Women entrepreneurs of southern Oregon (WESO) - is a not-for-profit association supporting women entrepreneurs and business owners through networking, education, and inspiration.
Corporate Counsel Women of Color Entrepreneurs - provide women entrepreneurs with access to resources to build businesses, connect with each other and grow in the global marketplace.
Jefa in Training Circle - a space designed exclusively for Latina entrepreneurs to grow their businesses and thought leadership.
Women In Business CCD - is committed to providing support, resources, and networking opportunities to women in business in a fun monthly meeting in Coos, Curry, and Douglas Counties.
certifications
Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) - certifications are for minority-owned and women-owned businesses seeking opportunities for state, county, and city government, and special jurisdiction (e.g. hospitals and universities) contracts.
Women’s Business Enterprise Council (WBEC) - is a Regional Partner Organization of WBENC, providing Women’s Business Enterprise Certification, Opportunities, Resources, and Engagement for over 25 years. They offer monthly WBEs “Why Certify?” learning sessions.
MySBA Certifications - single application for SBA federal contracting certifications, is open! Certifications include 8 (a) Business Development, HUBZone, Veteran-Owned, and Woman-Owned.
Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contract program - The federal government's goal is to award at least 5% of all federal contracting dollars to women-owned small businesses each year.
access to capital
Ladies Who Launch Grants - FREE Small Business Grants for Women & Non-binary Entrepreneurs database can help you explore funding opportunities for your US-based small business
IFundWomen Library and this Grant Planner and Tracker, are perfect for those pursuing more than one grant.
Key4Women - supports the financial progress and empowerment of business women.
Directories
Xcelerate Women Latina/e Business Directory - Latina/e-Owned Businesses to support during Hispanic Heritage Month and beyond.
Xcelerate Women Holiday Gift Guide - From cozy finds to delightful treasures, explore their personal picks and discover something special while supporting our transformative community!
Temple of Belonging (TOB) Local Women's Business Directory - The TOB is a celebration of womanhood in all its forms. Searching for your sister has never been easier. This is for all women affiliated with The TOB.
Legal & HR
The Small Business Legal Clinic - provides business transactional legal services to low-income small and emerging businesses. The SBLC reduces legal barriers for individuals who have been historically disenfranchised, such as people of color, women, and immigrants. Servicios legales en Español
more resources
Dress for Success - Providing women and gender-expansive people with the tools and resources to achieve economic independence and self-defined success.
Clever Girl Finance - Empowering women to achieve financial wellness. Get access to completely free resources and personal finance courses, community, and more.
Her First 100k - is a money and career platform for Gen Z and Millennial women, providing the resources and money tools for financial freedom.
Factora - teaches women how to confidently grow their money.
nationwide resources
Association of Women's Business Centers (AWBC)
National Association of Women in Construction
National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses (NAWRB)
National Association of Women's Business Owners (NAWBO)
U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce (USWCC)
Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)
Disclaimer:
Livelihood NW provides these resources for informational purposes only and does not endorse, guarantee, or take responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or opinions expressed by external sources. Users should independently verify any information before relying on it for business decisions.