Sierra SBDC

Real People
Helping
Real Businesses

Whether you are just starting out, or looking to grow, SBDC can help you navigate every turn at every stage of your business.

Our expert-level advising is completely confidential and 100% FREE to you.

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Turn your idea
into a business

Whether you’ve been dreaming about starting a business for years and this is your first time taking the plunge, or if you are a seasoned serial entrepreneur, we are the best first stop on your path to business ownership.

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Five Minutes Could Change Your Business Forever

Our sign up form takes only a few minutes and could change your life.

We meet entrepreneurs where they are to help them define their goals and address their greatest challenges.

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Serving Placer, Nevada, El Dorado, Sierra, Plumas, Lassen, and Modoc Counties

Last year, Sierra SBDC helped more than 1,040 clients navigate through a pandemic and access $18 million in capital to start or grow their business and create a meaningful impact on our local community – the likes of 143 new jobs.

Whether it’s access to capital, human resources, compliance, marketing, accounting, or any other business need — SBDC is your one-stop-shop for accelerating small business success.

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Truckee Forgivable Loans

Two types of loans of up to $30,000 for COVID-impacted eligible businesses within Truckee town limits. Both loans offer forgiveness if all program requirements are met

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Microbusiness Relief Grants

Microbusinesses in Placer and Lassen Counties can apply to receive a $2,500 #CovidRelief Grant! The application is open on a first come, first serve basis.

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Placer County Small Business Recovery

Businesses in unincorporated Placer County can apply for forgivable loans to aid in recovery from COVID & fire impacts. Learn more and apply!

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SBDC Advising Services

Our team of expert advisors can help you navigate the market’s many unexpected turns – at every stage of your business – from startup to expansion to sale.

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Meet Our Advisors

Our advisors understand the realities of running a business and have helped countless entrepreneurs pull through challenging periods and plan their recovery.

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