Financial Resources and Funding

Securing financial resources is a crucial step in launching and growing a business. This section provides access to funding opportunities, financial management tools, and guidance on how to effectively manage your business’s finances.

Courses & Workshops

SBA Learning Center – "Journey 5: Access to Capital": Understand how to secure the appropriate funding for your business, including forms of debt and equity.

SCORE Webinar: "Attracting and Securing the Right Funding for Your Business."What type of funding is available right now and in the future for entrepreneurs?  Banks, Investors, Grants, Venture Capital, Crowdfunding, Family and Friends and more.,

Books & Articles

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Venture Deals
Brad Feld and Jason Mendelson

A comprehensive guide to venture capital deals and fundraising strategies.

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The Art of Startup Fundraising
Alejandro Cremades

Offers practical advice on raising capital, crowdfunding, and pitching to investors.

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Financial Intelligence for Entrepreneurs
Karen Berman and Joe Knight

An accessible guide to understanding financial statements and making informed business decisions.

Online Resources & Tools

Kabbage: An online lender offering small business loans and lines of credit, designed to be accessible and fast.

Grants.gov: A centralized website where you can find and apply for federal grants that support business initiatives.

Fundera: A marketplace that connects small businesses with financing options, including loans, credit lines, and credit cards.

Videos & Presentations

"How to Pitch to Investors"
Y Combinator

A recorded presentation from a leading startup accelerator, offering tips on crafting and delivering a successful pitch.

"Startup Funding - THIS is How you fund your Startup!"
Raw Startup

A comprehensive overview of diverse Startup funding methods.

"How Startup Fundraising Works | Startup School"
Y Combinator

Advice on how modern startup fundraising works.

Templates & Worksheets

Balance Sheet Template by SCORE: Your balance sheet helps you understand the relationship between your income and your expenses to maintain profitability. This document will help you work with your business’s financial numbers to build a workable balance and forecast your business.

"12 Startup Pitch Deck Examples [+ Template]" by HubSpot: A professionally designed pitch deck template to help you present your business to potential investors.

Loan Application Checklist by SBA: A checklist to ensure you have all the necessary documentation when applying for a business loan.