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Welcome to Empower

SBAC Empower is a 501(c)(3) established as a community-oriented nonprofit organization with a focus on small businesses in under-funded neighborhoods throughout the Chicagoland area.

We provide resources, mentors, and an open ear to any who wish to be an entrepreneur.

SBAC Mentoring Program

Are you interested in helping other people? Do you want to assist in the growth of a small business? Become a Mentor today!

 

Small Business Grants and Incentives

Small Businesses, be sure to check out the grants and tax incentives we have listed on our blog!

The SBAC Empower Impact Report

As of writing - Late November 2022 - we have updated our impact report with the astounding effects we have had on the communities we've helped so far. The full report is available for download on our media kit.

GRCC Entrepreneurial Circle

Join us and the Greater Roseland Chamber of Commerce for an incubator for Entrepreneurs! We begin on Thursday, 19 September at Olive-Harvey College. Visit Greater Roseland's site or follow the link below to learn more!

The Mentorship Program

SBAC Empower's Mentorship Program is dedicated to helping Chicago's Small Businesses Grow.

If you wish to become a mentor or mentee, click the button below!

Learn More and Apply!

Our Blogs

Welcome Our New BOD Member!

By growthzone | January 25, 2023

Welcome Sherry Jursa! We’re happy to welcome Sherry Jursa from PNC‘s Business Banking wing to the Empower Board. Sherry holds an MBA from Northern Illinois…

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SBAC Empower’s 2023 Impact Report

By growthzone | January 5, 2023

Our Impact (Report) SBAC Empower had an incredible year in 2022.  We are proud to report our impact in the SBAC Empower 2023 Impact Report.…

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SBAC Mentoring Program

By growthzone | November 17, 2022

We are thrilled that one of our very own Mentees is the recipient of such an award! We are so proud of you Walter Mendenhall…

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