top of page
SBDC at FAMU Logo

Get the Funding Your Business Needs

As you explore funding options for your business, you likely have important questions: How much capital should you borrow? What types of small business loans do you qualify for? What do lenders look for in an application? If you’re unsure about your eligibility or financing options, the Florida SBDC at FAMU can guide you through the lending process step by step.

 

Accessing capital can be a challenge when starting or growing your business. The SBDC at FAMU provides confidential, no-cost guidance to help entrepreneurs prepare for financing with confidence. Whether you're launching a startup, preparing for funding, entering new markets, or improving day-to-day operations, our certified consultants deliver practical, data-driven guidance to help you make informed decisions and achieve sustainable growth.

someone speaking at an sbdc event

Our capital access support services help you to:

Organize

lender-ready documentation

Understand

your capital needs, working capital requirements & debt coverage capacity

Conduct

in-depth financial analysis, cash flow forecasting & financial projections

Formulate

a strong funding strategy

Explore

financing options, including SBA loans & traditional small business loans

Identify

appropriate funding sources & lending partners

Prepare

a complete, professional loan package & strengthen application readiness

Build

a long-term capital and finance strategy

Florida SBDC partner reception team photo

While the SBDC at FAMU does not directly provide loans or administer grants, we help you navigate the process from start to finish. We work closely with local and regional lending partners and can connect you with institutions that value SBDC-prepared clients, many of whom encourage or require businesses to consult with the SBDC before seeking financing.

View our upcoming events and workshops to help you start or grow your business!

Events & Workshops

Ready to Secure the Funding Your Business Needs?

Access to capital starts with preparation. Partner with the SBDC at FAMU to strengthen your financial strategy, meet lender requirements, and move forward with confidence.

Request Capital Access Support

Big Statewide Impact. Real Local Results.*

In 2024 alone, Florida SBDC Network clients achieved:

* Data sourced from the Florida SBDC Network 2024 Economic Impact Report (published May 2025).

image

$3.8 Billion

in New Sales

image

$304 Million

in Capital Secured

image

19,800 

Jobs Created or Retained

image

1,019

New Businesses Launched

bottom of page