Access to Capital for Small Businesses

📅 JOIN US – Access to Capital for Small Businesses 💼

🌟 Empowering Entrepreneurs Through Access to Capital

In Partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)

Access to capital is one of the most important factors in starting, growing, and sustaining a successful business. Whether you're launching a new venture, expanding operations, purchasing equipment, or seeking working capital, understanding your financing options can help you make informed decisions and position your business for long-term success.

Join Harris County Precinct 2 and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for this informative workshop designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners better understand SBA-backed financing and prepare for future funding opportunities.

📅 Date & Time

Thursday, December 3, 2026
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. CT

📍 Location

Channelview Foundation of Hope
15430 East Freeway
Channelview, TX 77530

About the Workshop

Access to Capital for Small Businesses provides entrepreneurs with practical guidance on financing options available through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and how to prepare for a successful loan application.

Participants will gain valuable insights into SBA loan programs, lender expectations, financial preparedness, and the resources available to help businesses secure the capital needed to start, grow, and thrive. You'll also learn how SBA Resource Partners provide no-cost and low-cost business advising, training, and technical assistance throughout your entrepreneurial journey.

What You'll Learn

💰 Explore SBA loan programs, including the 7(a), 504, and Microloan programs

🏦 Understand how SBA-backed financing can support different business needs, from startup to expansion

📊 Learn the 5 C's of Credit and what lenders evaluate when reviewing a loan application

📋 Discover how to prepare your business and financial records before applying for financing

🔎 Learn how to identify and connect with SBA-approved lenders

🤝 Explore SBA Resource Partners that provide no-cost and low-cost business counseling, training, and technical assistance

What You'll Gain

✅ A better understanding of financing options available through the SBA

✅ Greater confidence in preparing your business for future funding opportunities

✅ Practical guidance for strengthening your financial readiness before applying for a loan

✅ Valuable connections to lenders and business resource organizations

✅ Actionable steps to help position your business for long-term financial success and growth

About the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) helps entrepreneurs start, grow, expand, and recover their businesses through counseling, training, access to capital, contracting assistance, disaster recovery resources, and a nationwide network of Resource Partners. Whether you're launching your first business or preparing for expansion, the SBA offers trusted programs and services designed to help small businesses succeed.

About Harris County Precinct 2

Harris County Precinct 2 is committed to strengthening the local economy by supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses through innovative programs, strategic partnerships, business education, workforce initiatives, and access to resources that foster economic opportunity and community prosperity.

Through initiatives like the Business Empowerment Lab and the Biz2Empower Business Growth Accelerator Program, Harris County Precinct 2 empowers entrepreneurs with the knowledge, tools, and connections needed to build resilient businesses, access capital, leverage technology, pursue procurement opportunities, and achieve sustainable long-term growth.

Contact Information

Doris Guzman
Director of Economic Development
Harris County Precinct 2
📧 Doris.Guzman@pct2.hctx.net
📞 832-942-1825

We look forward to welcoming you to the Channelview Foundation of Hope and helping you take the next step toward securing the capital your business needs to launch, grow, and succeed.

🤝 Together, Harris County Precinct 2 and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) are empowering entrepreneurs with the knowledge, resources, and financing opportunities needed to build stronger businesses, create jobs, and strengthen our local economy.