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[SBA_Arkansas @SBA_Arkansas]

LAST CALL: National #SmallBusinessWeek Award nominations are due MONDAY, December 8. All nominations must be submitted electronically by 7am ET.

Learn more: https://t.co/UOBkDGFjL4

[SBA_Arkansas @SBA_Arkansas]

Reminder: National #SmallBusinessWeek Award nominations are due! All nominations must be submitted electronically by Monday, December 8 at 7am ET.

Get the details: https://t.co/is1EKAztZW

[SBA_Arkansas @SBA_Arkansas]

Will you be a #SmallBusinessWeek award winner next year and get to celebrate your small business on the national stage? There's only one way to find out! Submit nominations by December 8 at 7am ET.

Learn more: https://t.co/is1EKAztZW

[SBA_Arkansas @SBA_Arkansas]

‘Tis the season for nominations! SBA is now accepting nominations for National Small Business Week 2026, including for Small Business Person of the Year.

Learn how to submit nominations for your favorite small business: https://t.co/O3MpD6G5lC

#SmallBusinessWeek

[SBA_Arkansas @SBA_Arkansas]

Do you know an inspiring, America-loving small business owner who’s making a difference in your community? Nominate them for the 2026 #SmallBusinessWeek Awards!

Learn how: https://t.co/O3MpD6G5lC

[SBA_Arkansas @SBA_Arkansas]

SBA is accepting nominations for the 2026 National #SmallBusinessWeek Awards, which celebrate the incredible impact that small businesses have on communities and our nation’s economy.
Nominate a local, pro-America small business: https://t.co/O3MpD6G5lC

[SBA_Arkansas @SBA_Arkansas]

📢CROSS, HEMPSTEAD, LAWRENCE, and LITTLE RIVER COUNTIES

An Administrative disaster has been declared for 🌪️severe storms, tornadoes and flooding 🌪️during April 2, 2025 through April 22, 2025.

Applications for disaster loans may be submitted online using the MySBA Loan Portal https://t.co/Z0kWxU3jEo. Contact the SBA disaster assistance customer service center by email at [email protected] or by phone at 1-800-659-2955 for further assistance.

🗓️ Physical Loan Application Deadline Date: September 22, 2025
🗓️Economic Injury (EIDL) Loan Application Deadline Date: April 22, 2026

[SBA_Arkansas @SBA_Arkansas]

📢WOODRUFF COUNTY, AR

Check out this event in Augusta next week!

Introduction to HUBZone Program
Hosted by the Woodruff County Economic Development Commission
July 31, noon-1 p.m. CT
IN PERSON | Call 870-201-0221 for more Information & to register

[SBA_Arkansas @SBA_Arkansas]

📢 CRAIGHEAD, CRITTENDEN, OUACHITA COUNTIES

State Survivor Assistance Locations are available today, June 5th through Saturday, June 7th, if you were affected by severe weather March 14-15 or April 2-22, 2025.

Customer Service Representatives are available to answer questions and help with the disaster loan application process.

CRAIGHEAD COUNTY
Lake City – City Hall
406 Court Street
Lake City, AR 72437
Closes Friday, June 6 @ COB
Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 6:00 pm CT

CRITTENDEN COUNTY
Earle City Hall
1005 2nd Street
Earle, AR 72331
Closes Thursday, June 5 @ COB
Monday – Thursday
8:00 am – 6:00 pm CT

CRITTENDEN COUNTY
Roberta Jackson Neighborhood Center
1300 E Polk Avenue
West Memphis, AR 72301
Closes Saturday, June 7 @ COB
Monday – Saturday
8:00 am – 6:00 pm CT

OUACHITA COUNTY
Ouachita County Courthouse
145 Jefferson SW
Camden, AR 71701
Closes Saturday, June 7 @ COB
Wednesday – Saturday
8:00 am – 6:00 pm CT

[SBA_Arkansas @SBA_Arkansas]

📢 SALINE COUNTY

For homeowners, renters, non-profits, and businesses affected by severe storms and flooding which occurred April 2-22, 2025, SBA Customer Service Representatives are on hand at the Disaster Loan Outreach Center in Benton to answer any questions and assist with the disaster loan application process.

Walk-ins are welcome. If you prefer to schedule an appointment, go to https://t.co/O8JO4lBGHF.

Disaster Loan Outreach Center
Saline County Career and Technical Campus
Conference Room B202
13600 I-30 North
Benton, AR 72015

HOURS
Mondays - Fridays, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Closes at 4:30 p.m., Friday, June 20

Please share as appropriate.

[SBA_Arkansas @SBA_Arkansas]

Learn about the power of Artificial Intelligence and Geofencing with Rebecca Melançon. For more information and to register, visit https://t.co/YYiZtDE4ft.

@SCOREMentors

#SBA #ARDO #SCORE

[SBA_Arkansas @SBA_Arkansas]

Empowering Small Business Owners in Northwest Arkansas with Celia Bell. For more information and to register, visit https://t.co/YYiZtDDwpV

[SBA_Arkansas @SBA_Arkansas]

Hiring Our Heroes is awarding five veteran- and military spouse-owned small businesses with a one-time $10,000 grant! The deadline to apply is February 15. To learn more about the grant, eligibility, or to apply visit: https://t.co/prrv2H5PKZ.
Hiring Our Heroes’ Small Business Grant Program will honor the achievements of veteran- and military spouse-owned small businesses, highlighting their impact and contributions to local communities and America’s economic growth.

#Veterans #SmallBusiness #Grant

[SBA_Arkansas @SBA_Arkansas]

Kick off 2025 with a mentor who is as invested in your business dreams as you are!

January is National Mentoring Month. Connect with a #SCOREMentor. Whether you are starting or scaling your business, a SCORE mentor's expert advice can help you achieve your goals.

#ARDO #NationalMentoringMonth #SCORE

[SBA @SBAgov]

📈 Business owners who receive three or more hours of mentoring report higher revenues and increased growth!

Connect with a SCORE business mentor near you: https://t.co/F97SHK4tjA

#MentoringMonth

[SBA Office of Disaster Recovery & Resilience @SBA_ODRR]

Winter storms can disrupt business, but preparation is key!

@SBAgov is committed to business preparedness, recovery, and resilience.

Use our Business Resilience Guide to:

✔️ Create a continuity plan.
✔️ Protect your team and customers.
✔️ Stay informed! ❄️🧤🧣

[SBA @SBAgov]

🎯 Whatever your business goals are for 2025, SBA resource partners across America can help you succeed!

🔎 Find business assistance near you: https://t.co/oG9al18RwZ

#NewYearNewBusiness

[SBA_Arkansas @SBA_Arkansas]

The Venture Center, in partnership with the U.S.
Small Business Administration's Arkansas District Office and with support from the Walton Family Foundation and the Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC), is accepting applications for its second annual Veteran-Owned Small Business Accelerator. Online submissions are open until January 31, 2025. This year, the program is focused on increasing participation from veterans and veteran spouses in Northwest Arkansas. Register now: https://t.co/sYRfyK0zWC