Have a good idea for starting a business? Thought it through? Made a realistic plan? Ready to take the leap? If so, there are quite a few places to turn for help. Lander CountyÕs wide open spaces and small town quality of life can make it work for you.

Small Business Development Center at UNR – nsbdc.org
This center is a statewide program offering resources on everything from helping you assess ideas to writing business plans to finding funding.

Nevada Microenterprise Initiative – 4microbiz.org
NMI is a non-profit community development financial institution. They offer funding up to $35,000 for start-ups and expansions.

Made in Nevada – expand2nevada.com
Made in Nevada is a non-profit marketing group focused on small entrepreneurial businesses in Nevada. Memberships start at $50.

SCORE – score-reno.org
Workshops and individual counseling for people considering a small business as well as owners of existing small businesses.

Nevada's Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology – ncet.org
NCET has a specific mission to connect Nevadans with the resources they need to start and grow businesses. NCET will conduct an Entrepreneur Expo on March 12 at the Atlantis Casino in Reno. For information, contact Emily@NCET.org

Management Assistance Partnership (MAP) – mapnv.com
If you are a Nevada manufacturer and in need of low-cost (2 to 3% below typical commercial rates) financing for real estate, buildings or new equipment, MAP may be able to help you qualify for Nevada's Industrial Development and/or Mini-Bond Programs.