Strengthening small businesses: Affordable banking & responsible lending

Join Small Business Majority for an in-person workshop designed to help Bakersfield small business owners access the tools and resources needed to grow and thrive. You'll hear from community development financial institutions (CDFIs) and U.S. Bank experts about affordable banking options and responsible lending practices. You’ll also learn about free technical assistance programs to help you become loan ready and take your business to the next level.

Additionally, staff from the City of Bakersfield will share details about exciting grant opportunities, including the Economic Area Opportunity Incentive Program for site and façade improvements, entrepreneurship grants and tools like the Online Site Selector and Business Market Research platform.