Resource Directory

Free, confidential business mentoring from experienced entrepreneurs. Offers workshops, webinars, and one-on-one mentoring for all stages of business.

No-cost business advising and low-cost training for small businesses. Covers business planning, financials, marketing, and government contracting.

Community development financial institution providing microloans and small business loans from $500 to $1M for businesses that may not qualify for traditional bank financing.

Small business accelerator for BIPOC entrepreneurs offering loans up to $50,000, grants up to 10% of loan amount, plus coaching and mentorship.

Houston's startup hub connecting entrepreneurs with mentors, investors, and corporate partners. Offers coworking, events, and accelerator programs.

Houston-based VC firm investing in early-stage B2B software and tech-enabled services companies across the central U.S.

Advocates for and supports Hispanic-owned businesses in Houston through networking events, business development programs, and procurement opportunities.

Promotes the economic growth of Black-owned businesses through advocacy, networking, business education, and access to contracting opportunities.

Helps small businesses get certified as MBE, WBE, SBE, and DBE to access City of Houston contracting opportunities. Also provides compliance and bonding assistance.

Federal resource for small business loans (7(a), 504, microloans), disaster assistance, government contracting help, and connections to local SBA partners.

Flexible coworking and private office space in Houston with day passes, dedicated desks, and private offices. Includes community events and networking.

Women-focused coworking space in Houston offering a supportive community, events, and flexible workspace for entrepreneurs and remote workers.

Houston-based VC fund investing in women-led and diverse-led companies, focusing on early-stage startups across multiple industries.

Provides entrepreneurship training, financial literacy workshops, and small business support services focused on underserved communities in Houston.

SBA 504 loan program provider helping Houston small businesses finance real estate and major equipment purchases with below-market fixed rates.

Accelerator program at the world's largest medical center, supporting health tech and life sciences startups with mentorship, resources, and demo days.

Umbrella organization working to grow Houston's innovation ecosystem by connecting startups, investors, corporations, and universities.

Free civil legal services for low-income individuals and small businesses, including entity formation, contract review, and landlord-tenant disputes.

Helps Houston businesses expand internationally through export counseling, market research, trade missions, and connections to global buyers.

Supports veteran-owned businesses through networking, advocacy, procurement opportunities, and connections to veteran-specific business resources.