US Small Business Directory

05/27/2026

Get helpful insights with NotebookLM

On June 23, Google is partnering with SCORE to bring live demos to small business owners in their webinar, "NotebookLM for Business: Your AI-Powered Research Partner."

Learn how to turn scattered data into organized, searchable information!

Learners can RSVP here

Learn how to use NotebookLM, Google’s AI research and note-taking tool, to turn scattered information into clear business insights.

05/25/2026

Here's a quick reminder about an upcoming free Lunch & Learn webinar taking place May 27th in partnership with Google.

This session is designed specifically for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and community stakeholders who want to strengthen their online presence and take advantage of major upcoming opportunities in our region.

With the FIFA World Cup just days away, this is a timely opportunity for businesses to get discovered by both local customers and global visitors.

This free virtual lunch-and-learn webinar will provide practical, easy-to-use tools and insights directly from Google to help improve visibility on Google Search and Maps, attract more customers, and better position your business for increased traffic and engagement during this global moment.

Registration and event details can be found here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/google-x-kc-game-plan-get-your-local-business-on-google-search-and-maps-tickets-1989420483219

Google x KC Game Plan: Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps

We would love for you to join us on the 27th and encourage you to share this opportunity with your small business networks.

This is the first in a series of upcoming sessions designed to provide ongoing tools, resources, and support to help local businesses strengthen their online presence and maximize visibility.

Good Luck ♻️💰♻️

Join us over lunch to learn more about Google AI tools!

05/05/2026

By participating in this program, your team will learn how to use AI to sharpen business strategy, drive growth, and streamline daily operations. Instead of just learning theory, your employees will gain hands-on experience creating data-backed market research plans, generating custom marketing assets, and turning raw data into clear insights and visualizations.

Learn to use AI to grow your business with training from Grow with Google. Our expert tutorials help small businesses save time and increase productivity.

04/25/2026

03/11/2026

Kansas City is an official Host City for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, and KC2026 is the local organizing committee responsible for delivering Host City obligations.

KC2026 FIFA World Cup 2026 Host Committee 1100 Walnut Street, Suite 1800 Kansas City, MO 64106 The world’s attention is turning to our region in 2026, bringing unprecedented visibility and exciting…

03/05/2026

As the Kansas City region prepares to host the FIFA World Cup 2026™, KC2026 is prioritizing working with small, local businesses that reflect our community in official Host City events and activations, as well as those taking place throughout the region.

Business Opportunities

https://kansascityfwc26.com/business-opportunities/

Fill out the form linked below if your business is interested and available to help support any of the many events being planned throughout the metro area. Throughout 2025 and 2026, the vendor list will be made widely available to the KC2026 organizing committee and community leaders. Thank you for your interest and support.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NH2BM6B

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES The Board of Directors of KC2026 has established a Procurement Policy to promote the efficient operation of KC2026 by establishing guidelines, and procedures for the acquisition of products and services by KC2026. KC2026 is committed to providing opportunities for small, local...

02/10/2026

Whether you're starting a new small business or looking to grow the one you already own, finding funding can be a challenge for businesses of all sizes. If you’re looking for a small business loan or grant, CO— is here to help.

Each week, we update this list of loans, small business grants, or other opportunities to connect with programs and organizations that can help you with your business. Come back often to see the latest.

Find funding for your small business with our regularly updated list of free grants and programs.

02/06/2026

01/30/2026

2025 Empowering Small Business Report
Published: August 18, 2025

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Technology Engagement Center report, Empowering Small Business: The Impact of Technology on U.S. Small Business, examines the pivotal role that diverse technology platforms have in helping small businesses operate and compete.

Download Report Here:

01/21/2026

Are you an Overland Park Small Business?
Grants up to $3,000 dollars for Overland Park Small Businesses Offered by the Overland Park Chamber Economic Development Council.

Grant Application Deadline March 15th

The Overland Park Chamber Economic Development Council has launched a new micro grant program in which small business owners can apply for grants ranging between $500 and $3,000 to support business development and expansion.

Eligible grant applicants must be an Overland Park small business with fewer than 25 full-time employees in business for at least one year and in good standing with the State of Kansas. Recipients must demonstrate financial stability and be able to match up to $3,000 in either monetary or in-kind investment.

Funding requests should be related to one of the following business activities:

Staff development (professional development, certifications, training, etc.)
Paid internships (funding to start internship program/pay for high school or college interns)
Business improvements (repairs, updates, paint, awnings, signage, professional services)
Technology upgrades (hardware, software, connectivity, point of sale systems)
Equipment
Commercialization
Proof of concept
Resources to provide services to support the world’s soccer sporting Event

The grant application is available at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgPOt_EGPHZTVKcH0ipACveLHiG4ygOM6UixEiTlrBafjtIw/viewform?pli=1