Business Resources
Curated resources to help Black entrepreneurs in East Contra Costa County start, grow, fund, and sustain their businesses.
Start & Structure Your Business
Referral resources for launching and legally establishing your business in California.
California Business Registration
Register your business entity with the California Secretary of State.
Apply for Your EIN
Get your Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the IRS — free and online.
CalGold Permit Assistance
Find state and local permits required for your specific business type and location.
NorCal Small Business Development Center
Free consulting, training, and resources for small business owners in Northern California.
Access to Capital & Credit
Funding programs, loan options, and credit resources available to Black business owners.
Lendistry
A CDFI lender focused on providing capital to underserved small businesses.
Hello Alice
Grants, funding opportunities, and business tools for entrepreneurs.
Kiva — East Bay
0% interest microloans for entrepreneurs who lack access to traditional financing.
Travis Credit Union Business Services
Business banking, loans, and credit services through a local credit union.
California Capital Access Program (CalCAP)
Loan loss reserve program helping small businesses access conventional financing.
Certifications & Contracting
Certification and contracting resources to help businesses prepare for government and corporate opportunities.
ByBlack Business Certification
The national certification for Black-owned businesses, powering verified Black business directories.
SAM.gov
Register your business to compete for federal government contracts.
California Supplier Clearinghouse
Certification for utility supplier diversity programs in California.
NorCal PTAC
Free procurement technical assistance for businesses pursuing government contracts.
Education, Training & Mentorship
Referral trainings, workshops, and mentorship resources to support business growth.
Local Economic Development Resources
City, county, and regional resources available to support businesses in East Contra Costa County.
City of Antioch Economic Development
Local permits, business assistance, and economic development programs for Antioch businesses.
Brentwood Chamber of Commerce
Networking, advocacy, and resources for Brentwood-area businesses.
City of Pittsburg Business Resources
Business support, permits, and development resources from the City of Pittsburg.
Contra Costa County Small Business Resources
County-level resources and programs for small business owners throughout Contra Costa.
Coming Soon
We're building out a dedicated member toolkit. The following resources are in development:
- Coming Soon ECC Business Directory Application
- Coming Soon Monthly Workshop Calendar
- Coming Soon New Member Checklist
- Coming Soon Funding Tracker & Resource Downloads
- Coming Soon Community Partner Portal