
Here is a list of local community resources to help you in starting a business in SE Michigan.

If you are still at the idea stage for your future business, you might consider using the Business Model Canvas as an easier way to get started before you write a Business Plan.
The Business Model Canvas is a one-page graphical way to get necessary elements of a successful business down on paper that you might find very useful.

Are you looking to hire your first employee in SE Michigan?
The Michigan SBDC has provided a wonderful article for guidance and understanding on how to hire and manage employees. If you are looking for further information contact SCORE SE Michigan for a Mentor!

Are you looking for a few quick steps to begin the process of starting a Non-Profit?
We have a list of resources links to help you in SE Michigan.
- Guidance to forming a non-profit - Michigan LARA (Licensing and Regulatory Affairs)
- Michigan Non-Profit Association has several resources to help you get started - https://www.mnaonline.org/resources/how-to-start-a-nonprof
- Michigan Community Resources serves non-profits with legal and organizational development resources - https://mi-community.org/nonprofits
- In addition to State of Michigan non-profit requirements, there are also IRS


This SBA Guide is a tool that will help you learn about the SE Michigan Small Business Association (SBA) and how it can help provide financing capital for your business


Download our easy-to-use business planning, finance, sales, marketing, and management templates to help you plan for a new business or grow your existing business.
