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10,000 Small Businesses

For over a decade, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses has helped thousands of entrepreneurs grow their businesses and create jobs in the United States.
About the Program
We help entrepreneurs create jobs and economic opportunity by providing access to education, capital and support services.
16K
small businesses reached
50
states represented
96%
program completion rate

Source: Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses 2024

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Practical Business Education

Our best-in-class curriculum covers all the fundamentals for growing a business, and is delivered in partnership with community colleges across the country.

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Access to Capital

Goldman Sachs works with Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and other mission-driven lenders to expand access to capital for small businesses.

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Small Business Support

We provide opportunities for small business owners to receive one-on-one advising and network with other program alumni.

Achievements & Impact
When it comes to revenue growth and job creation, our graduates consistently outperform the broader economy.
66%
of graduates increase revenues just 6 months after graduating
44%
of graduates create new jobs just 6 months after graduating
85%
of graduates do business together

Source: Goldman Sachs

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News & Program Information
  • 13 DEC 2024
    West Virginia Small Business Owners Graduate from Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program, Part of $100 Million Investment in Rural Communities
  • 04 OCT 2024
    Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Launches in Minnesota as Part of $100 Million Investment in Rural Communities
  • 06 SEP 2024
    As Part of $100 Million Investment in Rural Communities, Goldman Sachs Launches 10,000 Small Businesses in Alabama
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10,000 Small Businesses Voices
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Voices is an initiative designed to help small business owners in the United States advocate for policy changes that will help their businesses, their employees, and their communities.