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Albany
The organizations, programs, and funding that help companies grow in Albany.
Funding sources
capitalregionchamber.comCapital Region Chamber Micro Loan ProgramChamber-run loans up to $50,000 for startups and small businesses in four Capital Region counties. (opens in a new tab)
mycommunityloanfund.orgCommunity Loan Fund of the Capital RegionCommunity lender offering small business loans, a business planning course and mentoring. (opens in a new tab)
Every city grow-ny.comGrow-NYFood and agtech startup competition awarding $3 million a year to companies that commit to Central NY, the Finger Lakes or the Southern Tier. (opens in a new tab)
Every city launchny.orgLaunch NYNonprofit seed fund and mentoring organization backing high-growth startups across upstate New York. (opens in a new tab)
Every city esd.ny.govNew York VenturesThe state's venture fund, investing in startups from pre-seed through Series B. (opens in a new tab)
Every city pursuitlending.comPursuitCommunity lender offering SBA and other small business loans from $10,000 to several million dollars. (opens in a new tab)
schenectadymetroplex.comSchenectady Metroplex Development AuthoritySchenectady County authority offering grants, loans and site help for business projects in its service district. (opens in a new tab)
Every city tradeadjustment.orgTrade Adjustment Assistance CenterFederal cost-share help, run from Binghamton, for New York manufacturers and service firms whose sales were hurt by imports. (opens in a new tab)