The MBDA is a US Department of Commerce agency that provides access to capital, contracts, and market research for minority-owned businesses in urban areas.
The Small Business Administration (SBA) offers various funding programs for minority-owned businesses, including the Minority Business Development Fund and the 8(a) Business Development program.
Grants.gov provides a comprehensive list of government funding opportunities for minority-owned businesses in urban areas, including grants, loans, and tax credits.
This research article from the Brookings Institution explores the challenges faced by minority-owned businesses in urban areas and discusses potential solutions, including government funding and policy support.
The National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) provides access to funding, mentorship, and business development resources for minority-owned businesses in urban areas.
This article from Forbes provides an overview of government funding programs for minority-owned businesses, including the advantages and disadvantages of each program.
The University of Missouri-Kansas City offers an accelerator program for minority-owned businesses in urban areas, providing access to funding, mentorship, and business development resources.
This webinar provides an overview of government funding opportunities for minority-owned businesses in urban areas, including grants, loans, and tax credits.