Founded in 1953, the U.S. Small Business Administration continues to help small business owners and entrepreneurs pursue the American dream. The SBA is the only cabinet-level federal agency fully dedicated to small business and provides counseling, capital, and contracting expertise as the nation’s only go-to resource and voice for small businesses. Whether you are in the planning stage, launch phase, or looking to scale your operations internationally, the SBA provides the institutional framework to ensure your enterprise thrives in a competitive global market.