Empowering Small Businesses with Tools for Success

Welcome to our Small Business Resources page—a dedicated hub designed to empower entrepreneurs and small business owners. Here, you’ll find essential tools and programs tailored to help you succeed, including government support initiatives, funding and operational assistance, and insights into public policies that impact small businesses. Our First Call Program offers direct guidance to connect you with the right resources when you need them most. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, we’re here to support your journey every step of the way.

SMALL BUSINESS STRONG

Massachusetts is home to nearly 700,000 small businesses that employ 1.5 million people across all industries, playing a vital role in innovation, job creation, and community growth throughout the state. At the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, we are proud to advocate for and empower small and microbusinesses, providing the connections and support they need to succeed.

Questions? Contact us.

Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Staff
Erica Smith

Senior Director, Member Services

Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

Small Business
Small Business

First Call Program

Our First Call program connects you with an advisor to learn about your business’s needs and help find the right fit for you within our region’s wide range of small business resources and programs. 

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Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce -- Small Business
Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce -- Small Business

Government Support

Government entities are committed to strengthening the small business ecosystem, advancing job creation and successful communities. Explore this list to see the many ways that small businesses can receive support from government programs.

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Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce -- Small Business
Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce -- Small Business

Funding & Operations Support Programs

Organizations throughout Massachusetts deliver important and transformative programmatic support, technical assistance, and supplemental funding for small businesses.

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U.S. Chamber Resources

Access additional resources through CO— the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s digital platform for small business which is dedicated to helping business owners across the U.S. start, run, and grow successful companies. CO provides timely and actionable information and resources for business owners at all stages of growth through expert content, exclusive interviews with business leaders, and virtual and in-person events.

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Boston Chamber Member Directory
Boston Chamber Member Directory

Public Policy for Small Businesses

Recently, the Chamber’s Public Policy team provided an overview of the policy making process at the Boston City Council and the Massachusetts State Legislature. This webinar covered proposals impacting small businesses from the State House and offered an opportunity for Chamber small business members to provide feedback. Please reach out to our Policy team to connect directly about public policy issues that impact your business.

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