Suzette,  Try your local Small Business and Technology Development
Center.  This is what they do.  If you don't have one on campus, contact
the state headquarters in Raleigh - 1800 2580862.  Pam

Suzette S. Mauney wrote:
>
> I have a question for my fellow colleagues. I apologize
> that this is not related to university "research and
> grants", but I had an inquiry that needs some expertise
> from you grant seekers out there in relation to a
> "personal" woman owned small business.
> The inquiry owns a small gourmet foods specialty shop and
> is looking for some funding to keep the business going.
> Operating expenses, salaries, inventory etc... The traffic
> is good now it needs an increase in inventory to meet
> customer needs. A large amount was invested into renovation
> and an inventory system. Does anyone have any advise for
> Women and Small Businesses? Does anyone know where I could
> direct the inquiry for Federal assistance? Can anyone
> suggest a foundation that will support a for-profit
> organization?
> Thanks for any response!!!
> ----------------------
> Suzette S. Mauney
> Appalachian State University
> Assistant Director, Sponsored Programs
> (704)262-2694*fax(704)262-2709
> xxxxxx@appstate.edu
>
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