Commerce Department

The US Census Bureau in Portland, ME is a government agency responsible for collecting and analyzing demographic data for the United States population. They conduct surveys and censuses to provide accurate and timely information to support decision-making at local, state, and national levels. Generated from their business information

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) in Portland, ME is a government organization dedicated to providing resources and support for small businesses across the United States. They offer funding programs, federal contracting opportunities, a learning platform, local assistance, and business guides to help entrepreneurs start, grow, and manage their businesses. The SBA in Portland, ME also celebrates and supports minority-owned businesses, including Hispanic, women-owned, Native American-owned, veteran-owned, military spouse-owned, LGBTQ-owned, and rural businesses. In addition, they provide free business counseling, SBA-guaranteed business loans, home and business disaster loans, and information on federal government contracting. Generated from the website

SCORE is dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and encouraging the formation, growth and success of small businesses in our community through FREE counseling and no-cost or low-cost educational workshops and webinars. Visit our website to learn more, request a mentor or volunteer today! Funded [in part] through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.