Program Profiles - Central Council Tlingit Haida Indian Tribes of ...

Community ServicesBusiness DevelopmentProgram PurposeTo provide business-related support to tribal citizens and tribalentities.Program DescriptionWhile the Business Development Program provides guidanceand direction for new businesses, it does not provide startupfunds or capital. Resources are continually sought to assist tribalcitizens in our region with training, workshops, summits, andother opportunities that may be benefi cial to their business.Services offered by the Business Development Program are:• Counseling for small business planning, includingconsultation for tribal citizens who want to start their ownbusiness or expand upon their existing business.• Information packets including items such as information onthe following:» Starting and managing a business;» Counseling and training opportunities;» Guaranteed loan programs;» Lessons for entrepreneurs;» Programs, services and resource directories; and» State and federal contracting.Communities ServedAll Southeast Alaska communities.Eligibility RequirementsServices are available to tribal citizens in Southeast Alaska.Funding AgenciesU.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S.Economic Development Administration.ContactBusiness & Economic Development DepartmentToll Free: 1.800.344.1432 ext.7147Local: 907.463.7147 | Fax: 907.463.735639 Tlingit Haida Central Council