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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 - Early January 2025 - 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.

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

Congrats to Patti & Her Team!

By growthzone | July 10, 2024

DONATE Congrats Patti! Patti is one of the recipients of the Best Networking Mentor award from Networlding! From their LI post: These mentors will now…

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Congrats to our Founder Scott Baskin!

By Nic | July 10, 2024

DONATE Congrats Scott! Scott has been appointed to the Illinois Health Benefits Exchange Advisory Committee: a committee charged with helping implement the Illinois Health Benefits…

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Phil Gafka – Insights & Blogs

By growthzone | January 11, 2024

Phil has been a mentor with us for a minute now and he’s always willing to help where there is need. Perhaps you joined us…

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