Rhode Island District

Services we provide

Our office provides help with SBA services including funding programs, counseling, federal contracting certifications, and disaster recovery. We can also connect you to our partner organizations, lenders, and other community groups that help small businesses succeed.

Areas we serve

The Rhode Island District Office services the entire state of Rhode Island.

Office locations

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  • Providence

    380 Westminster St., Room 511
    Providence, RI 02903

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    Phone: 401-528-4561

Our staff

National Small Business Week award nominations are open

  • National awards

    Entrepreneurs and small business owners across all 50 states and U.S. territories are eligible. Deadline for submission is December 5, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. ET.
  • Rhode Island District Office awards

    In addition to the national awards, our District Office celebrates success in business and contributions to our communities by our local entrepreneurs.

Doing business in our area

Learn how to register your business, access state and federal resources, and find lenders in our area.

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Upcoming events

  • Nov
    13

    SBA Access to Capital

    9:00 am to 10:00 am EST
    Online
  • Nov
    13

    Practice Your Elevator Pitch!

    11:30 am to 12:30 pm EST
    Online
  • More events

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Success stories

  • Byron Delmonico standing in front of Riddle Room sign

    2022 Rhode Island Small Business Person of the Year

    “Have you ever wished, just for a moment, you could live inside an adventure movie? Want to be the hero that solves the cold case or saves the world?” You can – and more – at The Riddle Room...

  • Group of people standing for a photo.

    Pods Swimming

    Susan Pascale-Frechette, owner of Pods Swimming, led a nomadic swimming school all over Rhode Island. Her dream was to open the first privately-owned swimming school in Rhode Island where she could...

  • Man stands behind bar with bottle of alcohol.

    Sons of Liberty - A Revolutionary Spirit

    In 2009, Mike Reppucci decided to follow his passion and venture into the world of distilled spirits. His decision led to the creation of many products that would, in less than a decade, be considered...

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