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California Office of the Small Business Advocate

Supports California small-business growth through technical-assistance networks and partner channels that strengthen local enterprise services.

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Key stats
Annual funding—
Programs6
Active grants0
Total grants2
About

CalOSBA funds technical-assistance networks and intermediary organizations — not individual small businesses directly. It administers the Technical Assistance Program (TAP, $23M/year), Capital Infusion Program (CIP, $3M/year), Made in California marketing-lead grant, and Performing Arts Equitable Payroll Fund (PAEPF) — all structured as grants to nonprofit or established TA-center partners, who th…

Programs & grants under this funder
Accelerate California — Inclusive Innovation Hubs

Funds regional innovation hubs in California that pass resources to diverse-owned early businesses.

CA RISE — California Regional Initiative for Social Enterprise

Funds social enterprises in California building inclusive businesses and support for workers facing barriers.

Capital Infusion Program (CIP)

Funds business support networks in California that strengthen small company capital readiness and service infrastructure.

Made in California Program

Offers California manufacturers support to promote and build demand for products made in California.

1 grant
Made in California Program
Closed
$500K pool
Performing Arts Equitable Payroll Fund Program (PAEPF)

Funds small nonprofit performing arts groups in California to cover payroll during transitions.

Technical Assistance Program (TAP)

Funds California technical assistance centres that support small businesses through targeted capacity-building services.

1 grant
Technical Assistance Program (TAP)
Closed
$23M pool
Last verified: 28 May 2026Source: calosba.ca.gov