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Empowering Minority Business Enterprises

Explore MBDA's commitment to fostering growth for America's minority business enterprises, fueled by our mission to create an economy of equal opportunity.

  • MBDA Celebrates National Native American Heritage Month, 2024

    National Native American Heritage Month 2024 Card

    During National Native American Heritage Month, we honor the history, rich cultures, and vast contributions of Native peoples. We celebrate the hundreds of Tribal Nations that are ushering in a new era in our Nation-to-Nation relationships.

  • Presidential Proclamation Minority Enterprise Development Week October 20-26, 2024

    Screenshot preview of the MED Week 2024 Presidential Proclamation

    Since 1983, every U.S. president has issued a Presidential Proclamation designating National MED Week to recognize the contributions of the minority business community to the U.S. economy. MBDA has hosted the National MED Week celebration since its inception.

  • 2024 National Minority Enterprise Development Week Awards Winners

    2024 MED Week Award Winners Banner

    The Minority Business Development Agency Announces Winners of the 2024 National Minority Enterprise Development Week Awards

Transform Your Business: Access Capital, Contracts, and Markets with MBDA's National Network

Discover how MBDA's national network of Business Centers, Specialty Centers, and programs deliver customized business development and industry-focused services to help MBEs access capital, contracts, and markets.

  • Business Centers

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    MBDA's one-stop-shops for MBE success. Whether you're seeking capital, competing for contracts, building relationships, or entering global markets, we're here to support your journey.

  • Specialty Centers

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    Explore our industry-focused services that help MBEs accelerate growth in advanced manufacturing, exporting, and federal contracting.

  • Programs & Initiatives

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    Unlock the power of MBDA's network of programs, each offering unique resources and opportunities to support your business.

Leverage Financial Resources to Achieve Growth

  • Financial Consultations

    Connect with our MBDA network to explore traditional and alternative funding solutions.

  • Grants

    Learn how to access Federal grants and about MBDA grant opportunities that provide technical assistance to foster innovation and growth in business communities.

  • Loans

    Understand your options and how to best secure the funding to take your business to the next level.

Research Hub

MBDA's Research and Data Hub hosts:

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Research Reports

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Fact Sheets

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Publications

MBDA's repository caters to MBEs, entrepreneurs, service providers, policymakers, and stakeholders.

$1.5B
Capital

In FY23, MBDA facilitated access to $1.5 billion in capital, empowering minority business enterprises.

$3.8B
Contracts

FY23 saw MBDA's diligent efforts culminate in over $3.8 billion in contract awards to minority business enterprises.

19K
Jobs

Throughout FY23, MBDA played a pivotal role in empowering minority business enterprises to generate or safeguard over 19,000 jobs.

Promoting Growth in Every Sector

  • Our Impact

    Our Impact

    MBDA promotes the growth of Minority Business Enterprise through the mobilization and advancement of public and private sector programs, policy, and research.

  • Get Involved

    Get Involved

    Become part of MBDA's community of growth and innovation. Whether you're a student, professional, potential partner, or researcher, there are various ways to engage with us and contribute to the success of minority businesses.