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Our community is full of resources providing additional services to entrepreneurs.
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1010 N 7th St. Suite 304
Harrisburg, PA 17102
(717 )948-6547
benfranklin.org

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central & Northern PA provides capital, mentoring, training and networks to innovation-based startups that are developing and commercializing new technologies.

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847 Cumberland Street
Lebanon, PA 17042
(717) 376-6690
downtownlebanon.com

The Lebanon Business Improvement District is a great resource for available business sites and downtown business promotion.

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City of Lebanon
400 South 8th Street
Lebanon, PA 17042
(717) 228-4401
lebanonpa.org


The City of Lebanon has a one stop guide to starting your business within the city. Packed with information, this free guide helps you navigate the process.


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P.O. Box 524
51 South Duke St., Suite 400
Lancaster, PA  17608-0524
717-393-2351
communityfirstfund.org


We provide financing to both start up and growth small businesses located within our market area. Our business loan products fall into two categories: Small Business Loans and Microenterprise Loans.


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735 Cumberland Street
Lebanon, PA  17042
(717) 270-6310
HACC.edu


HACC provides non-credit courses for entrepreneurs. HACC welcomes entrepreneurs to their second-floor café and sitting area – the perfect location for a casual meeting or easy-going gathering.

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833 Metro Drive
Lebanon, PA 17042
(717) 273-8551
lcctc.edu


The Lebanon County Career and Technology Center is a state-of-the-art technical training facility housing 27 programs. Students work with the latest in technology and have unsurpassed opportunities for career advancement.  From college articulation agreements and Cooperative Education to real-world experiences, our students receive the training needed for a successful future.

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125 N 7th Street
Lebanon, PA 17046
717-273-7624
lclibs.org



The Lebanon County Library System (Annville Free Library, Lebanon Community Library, Matthews Public Library, Myerstown Community Library, Palmyra Public Library, and Richland Community Library) Each library has the following available to the community:
  • Free temporary/intermittent workspace in the public areas of the library
  • Free WIFI and public computer access
  • Printing, copying, and scanning (costs vary, wireless printing available at select locations)
  • Fax service
  • print and digital library resources for research
  • Classes on various subjects including social media, Windows/Microsoft Office products, etc.

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989 Quentin Road, Suite 1
Lebanon, PA 17042
(717)273-3727
Lvchamber.org


The Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce provides facilities and staffing for oversight of THE CENTER.


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101 College Ave
Annville, PA 17003
(717) 867-6181
Lvc.edu


Offering a variety of degrees, Lebanon Valley College is a great place to start your training. Arts & Humanities, Business & Communications, Education, Graduate & Online, Health Professions, Math, Science, & Tech Social Sciences & Psychology Minors, Concentrations, and Tracks.

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16 Lebanon Valley Parkway
Lebanon, PA 17042
717-274-3180
Lvedc.org


The Lebanon Valley Economic Development Corporation (LVEDC) is just a phone call away. We can assist you in finding the right site for your business, lead you to available funding sources, and guide you to workforce development resources. We live our mission of "creating and stimulating the local economy" by providing overall business development services and help with the basics of starting a new venture.


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PA Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations
CORPORATIONS
206 North Office Building,
401 North Street Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 787-1057
RA-CORPS@pa.gov


CHARITIES
207 North Office Building,
401 North Street Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 783-1720
ST-CHARITY@pa.gov
dos.pa.gov/BusinessCharities



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243 Schneider Dr
Lebanon, PA 17046
(717) 274-2554
pacareerlink.pa.gov


Career explorations, apprenticeships, occupational profiles, ESL classes.


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Philadelphia District Office
Parkview Tower 1150 First Avenue
Suite 1001
King of Prussia, PA
610-382-3062
sba.gov


Access to capital - The SBA provides an array of financing for small businesses from the smallest needs in microlending to substantial debt and equity investment capital.
Entrepreneurial development - The SBA provides free counseling and low-cost training to new entrepreneurs and established small businesses in over 1,800 locations.



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Kutztown University SBDC
Old Main - Room 24 - E Wing
15219 Kutztown Rd
Kutztown, PA 19530
(484) 646-5937
pasbdc.org


The Pennsylvania SBDC provides consulting services and educational programs to entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their small business. SBDC consultants work with entrepreneurs in confidential, one-to-one sessions to help them with a range of business issues including testing a new business proposition, shaping a business plan, investigating funding opportunities, and much more.


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Lancaster-Lebanon
313 W Liberty Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 397-3092
lancaster.score.org


Free Mentoring - Whether you’re just starting out, in business, or ready to sell or retire, you can get FREE, confidential, business advice from expert advisors committed to helping you succeed. Meet face-to-face in one of our mentoring locations or connect with one of our online mentors.
Workshops & Events - We provide education on a variety of business topics including marketing, finance and accounting, management, and more. Get instruction from a local expert and connect with other business owners in the community.

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR INVESTORS:

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Interested in investing? Contact Karen Groh at info@thecenterlebanon.org.

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THE CENTER is here to help individuals who are getting started in business answer the first question: ‘Where do I start?' THE CENTER is a one-stop-shop with four major areas of emphasis an entrepreneur requires: resources, education, mentoring, and networking. It will also provide the same support for existing entrepreneurs in our community. We want entrepreneurs in Lebanon County to know they are valued and there is a support network available to ensure greater success." Mayor Sherry Capello, City of Lebanon

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