SBIC program are able to receive equity capital, long-term loans, and expert management assistance. For more information on SBICs or for a Directory of Small Business Investment Companies, contact: Investment Division US. Small Business Administration 409 Third St., SW Washington, DC 20416 202-205-6510 http://www.sba.gov/INV Hurt By Imports (PC1)? The Economic Development Administration of the U.S. Department of Commerce funds the Trade Adjustment Assistance Program. If your company is affected by import competition, you may file a petition for certification of impact. If your firm is certified, you may then apply for technical assistance in diagnosing your problems, and assessing your opportunities. Once approved, your firm can apply for technical assistance to implement the recovery strategy. The average grant is for over $700,000. For more information, contact: Economic Development Administration U S. Department of Commerce 14th and Constitution Ave. NW, Room 7804 Washington, DC 20230 202-482-5081 26 http://www.doc.gov/eda $1 Billion To Work On Ideas The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is a highly competitive program that encourages small businesses to explore their technological potential and provides the incentive to profit from its commercialization. Each year, ten federal departments and agencies are required to reserve a portion of their research and development funds to award to
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