City of San Antonio
City of San Antonio (COSA)
San Antonio Economic Development Department Small Business Office
The mission of the Economic Development Department (EDD) is to foster economic growth through collaboration and innovation for the continued prosperity of our community.
EDD serves the San Antonio community to support businesses of all sizes. The department fosters relationships locally, nationally, and internationally to provide resources, opportunities, and initiatives that are critical to growing San Antonio's economy.
Phone number: 210-207-8080
Staffing Augmentation
A premier workforce initiative that helps residents of San Antonio find access to professional training, education, and quality careers in eight (8) target industries. Employer partners provide support and guidance from the local business community to enhance and expand the local talent pool. If you’re looking for a better-paying, higher-quality job and want to learn the skills needed for your new journey, or if you own a business and are looking for trained talent, please contact Ready to Work.
Phone number: 311
Provides small businesses access to obtain wages subsidized for new employees as they train and learn the job for up to 12 weeks before they’re hired full-time. Offers tailored services that help identify potential candidates for small businesses.
Phone Number: 210-224-4357
Funding
A federal agency that assists small businesses in accessing capital, receiving business counseling and training, and securing government contracts. They also provide disaster loans and recovery assistance. SBA supports critical industries and brings manufacturers and suppliers together to enable local sourcing.
Phone number: 210-403-5900
Provides economic opportunity and financial stability for underserved people and communities by providing access to capital, education, and resources to build healthy small businesses. Giving people the opportunity to turn their talents into a sustainable livelihood and achieve financial stability for themselves and their families.
Phone Number: 888-222-0017
Provides capital, tools, and resources to small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. Funding options include micro- and small-business loans, SBA loan products, and recovery business loans. Offers small business guidance, workshops, and accelerator programs for small business owners.
Phone Number: 888-215-2373
