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.
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Call for Nominations is Open!
Recognize excellence in the Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) community by submitting your nomination for the 2024 National MED Week Awards! The National MED Week Awards celebrate excellence across various industries, highlighting trailblazing MBEs.
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Recognize MBE Excellence
Whether it’s a firm excelling in export markets, a company pioneering in health services, or something else remarkable, MBDA wants to honor those who drive innovation and economic growth.
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Nominate an MBE Advocate
These awards not only honor success but also inspire innovation and resilience in our communities. Taking a few moments to nominate is an investment in your community and colleagues. MBEs fuel the growth of our society, culture, and economy.
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.
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Business Centers
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.
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Specialty Centers
Explore our industry-focused services that help MBEs accelerate growth in advanced manufacturing, exporting, and federal contracting.
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Programs & Initiatives
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
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Financial Consultations
Connect with our MBDA network to explore traditional and alternative funding solutions.
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Grants
Learn how to access Federal grants and about MBDA grant opportunities that provide technical assistance to foster innovation and growth in business communities.
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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:
Research Reports
Fact Sheets
Publications
MBDA's repository caters to MBEs, entrepreneurs, service providers, policymakers, and stakeholders.
In FY22, MBDA facilitated access to $1.5 billion in capital, empowering minority business enterprises.
FY22 saw MBDA's diligent efforts culminate in over $3.8 billion in contract awards to minority business enterprises.
Throughout FY22, MBDA played a pivotal role in empowering minority business enterprises to generate or safeguard over 19,000 jobs.
Promoting Growth in Every Sector
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Our Impact
MBDA promotes the growth of Minority Business Enterprise through the mobilization and advancement of public and private sector programs, policy, and research.
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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.