Empowering Small Business Growth in the Eastside

SAGE’s Small Business Support Program provides hands-on, personalized resources to help local entrepreneurs thrive.

SAGE’s Small Business Support Program

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, SAGE’s Small Business Support Program (SBS) is designed to meet you where you are. Serving businesses on San Antonio’s Eastside, SBS offers access to education, technical assistance, grants, and mentorship to ensure local businesses succeed and grow sustainably.

Referrals to business development experts, mentors, and peer support networks

Guidance on capital, façade improvement grants, and other funding opportunities

Assistance navigating insurance, casualty loss, and capacity-building resources

Tailored feedback and improvement plans + Ongoing check-ins to track progress and adapt to new challenges

How It Works

Step 1

Submit an interest form

Step 2

Get matched with a peer cohort and mentor

Step 3

Participate in personalized training and technical support

Step 4

Access grant opportunities and additional resources

Step 5

Receive continued follow-up and support from the SAGE team

Community

Voices

“I gained crucial insights that provided the clarity I needed to identify areas for improvement. The information I received was not only practical but also pivotal for business’s growth.”

Daniel Alvarez, Bluebonnet Striping

“What I am taking away from this Cohort 4 is that you really need to know your banking and they really care about your success. I have new insight that they really do care. I love it. This was a great, great class.”

Sandra Williams, I Shall Bloom

“As a small business owner, I would use the tools of how to actually elevate your business, how to maneuver within the community on the Eastside & actually how to build relationships with banks because they can have a lot of beneficial benefits for you.”

Kia Swan, S&S Barber Clique

“One of the most important components I took away from the program, was Financial Stability, which is bringing your business to life by strategic planning. This is something, I think, that should have be taught early…along with professional training.”

Dr. Andre and Annie Smith Eastside, Christian Dental Clinic

Let’s Build Together

Ready to strengthen your business? Reach out today to begin your journey with SAGE’s Small Business Support Program.

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