Individualized Business support

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Meet with an advisor To apply for this program

Need Business support now? We encourage you to meet with a business advisor through Open Business Advising — No application needed!

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Know someone who might be interested in Livelihood NW’s business support? Nominate a business and we will reach out to them (and you) to follow up!

Program Details | Eligibility & Cost | Already A Client?

Program Details

ANY INDUSTRY, ANY STAGE OF BUSINESS

Work with our professional business advising team in this flexible program and take a deep dive into your business. We work one-on-one with you to strengthen your business foundations, improve systems, analyze financials, discover resources, tackle challenges, build a network, and keep moving towards your goals.

We meet you where you (and your business) are at.
Your time and resources are valuable, schedule with us when YOU need it, and work towards goals YOU decide. Receive support with all aspects of your business including:
- Business Planning & Strategy Development
- Market Research & Analysis
- Accounting System Setup & Training
- Human Resources Support
- Financial Analysis & Loan Packaging
- Small Business Forums & Peer Networking Events
- Resource & Referrals to other Professional Services including Legal, Credit Repair, Tax Prep, and more
In addition, advisors network clients to a host of beneficial contacts and resources across the state of Oregon.
GroundWork is our largest program, and one-on-one business advising is the core — the heart — of what we do. Flexible, high quality, relationship-based business support has been our focus since 1994.
In addition to the programs and services we offer, we are deeply connected to community partners and external resources that make up the ecosystem of support that’s available to small businesses. We help you navigate the abundant resources available, refer, and make connections as needed, so you can focus on running your business.
Interested in applying for GroundWork?
Meet with us through our Open Business Advising program so we can get to know you and your business needs better. One of our advisors will invite you to apply if you are ready and eligible for support.
Already connected with our team? In your next meeting with us, ask about applying for support!

Eligibility & COST

This program is intended to serve entrepreneurs, founders, and small business owners who have historically had less access to resources. It is open to businesses at all stages of growth, in any industry.

- Must live or have a business in Oregon
- Priority for available spots in this program will be given to BIPOC, women, and LGBTQ-owned businesses, but it is not a requirement.
- Priority will be given to low-moderate income individuals
This is a FREE program thanks to our sponsors.
Optional workshops, referrals, programs, etc may have fees associated with those offerings.
In collaboration with various community partnerships, and supported by program grants and giving, Livelihood NW offers a variety of free and low cost programs. Learn more about our program sponsors and partners.