Commercial Real Estate Brokers Roundtable | |
Wednesday, November 5 | 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Rancho Cucamonga City Hall (10500 Civic Center Drive)
In-Person | No-Cost
The City of Rancho Cucamonga invites Commercial Real Estate Brokers to the upcoming Brokers Roundtable on Wednesday, November 5 at 10:00 a.m. This dynamic event is designed to foster collaboration between the Real Estate Broker community and City Staff.
The event agenda includes:
- Development update
- Insights by the numbers
- Q&A and discussion
This event is free to attend, but space is limited. Register today to secure your spot!
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This holiday season, make a big impact with every small purchase. When you shop local, your dollars stay right here in Rancho Cucamonga—supporting local jobs, fueling small business growth, funding community programs, and enhancing the quality of life we all enjoy.
Whether it’s a gift, a meal, or a service, your choice to ShopRC helps our community thrive. Shop local, ShopRC this holiday season!
Learn more about the ShopRC Program.
| | Nominate Your Favorite Rancho Cucamonga Destination for Inland Empire Magazine's Best of the Best 2026 | | |
Show your Rancho Cucamonga pride by nominating your favorite local spots for dining, entertainment, shopping, services, and more. Every nomination helps highlight the amazing businesses that make our community such a great place to live, work, and play.
Winners will be featured in the 2026 Best of the Inland Empire magazine issue.
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- Food & Drink
- Shopping
- Services
- Education
- Beauty
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- Fitness
- Healthcare
- Attractions
- Arts/Entertainment
- Region
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Deadline: November 30, 2025
Submit your nominations today and help shine a spotlight on the incredible businesses that make Rancho Cucamonga thrive!
| | American Express Small Business Saturday | | |
Founded by American Express, Small Business Saturday® is celebrated each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving and is dedicated to supporting small businesses. Shop Small is a nationwide movement to celebrate small businesses on Small Business Saturday® and every day. As a consumer, you’re a key part in helping small businesses thrive.
Find Neighborhood Gems
On November 29, you are invited to join the movement and shop or dine at a local Rancho Cucamonga business. From unique handmade gifts to tasty homemade treats, explore the Shop Small Map to find your local favorite!
Local businesses—don’t miss out! Add or update your listing to help shoppers find you this Small Business Saturday!
| | National Veterans Small Business Week | | |
Join the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as they celebrate veteran-owned businesses across the country, November 3-7, 2025.
SBA Lending Program Overview + How to Prepare a Loan Proposal #NVSBAW25
You will learn about the SBA lending programs available to assist small businesses. Loans are available up to $5 million for a wide variety of business purposes.
Wednesday, November 19 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. PST | Free | Register
| | National Small Business Week Awards | | |
As part of National Small Business Week (NSBW), the U.S. Small Business Administration takes the opportunity to highlight the impact of outstanding entrepreneurs, small business owners, and community members from all 50 states and U.S. territories. They are the innovators, risk-takers, and job creators who pour their heart and soul into starting, growing, and expanding their businesses.
National Categories
- Small Businessperson of the Year
- Exporter of the Year
- 8(a) Graduate of the Year
- Counseling Awards
Explore National Award Categories
Orange County / Inland Empire District Office Awards
- Community Excellence Economic Development Award
- Women-Owned Small Business of the Year
- Family-Owned Business of the Year
- Veteran Small Business Champion of the Year
- Young Entrepreneur of the Year
- Small Business Manufacturer of the Year
- Blue-Collar Small Business of the Year
Learn More on the Orange County / Inland Empire District Office Awards.
Submit your NSBW awards nominations by December 8, 2025 at 7:00 a.m. ET.
| | WELCOME TO RANCHO CUCAMONGA | | |
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NOODOS
12732 Foothill Boulevard, Ste. 103
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| | | Business Blueprint: Choosing the Right Entity for Success | | |
Tuesday, November 18 | 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce (9500 Cleveland Avenue, Suite 110)
In-Person | No-Cost
In this session, attendees will explore how to choose the business entity that best fits their unique goals and needs. It will also cover the key tax and legal implications of operating as a sole proprietor, partnership, corporation, or limited liability company (LLC). Participants will gain a clear understanding of strategies to minimize personal liability for business debts and obligations.
Additionally, attendees will learn effective ways to use an LLC or corporation to protect personal assets, including strategies to prevent creditors from “piercing the corporate veil” and holding business owners personally liable.
Space is limited, register today!
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Orange County Inland Empire SBDC:
Preparing for 2026 Business Growth: Funding Strategies
Wednesday, November 5
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Online | Register
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Orange County Inland Empire SBDC:
Leverage Google My Business & Other Local Traffic Generators to Build Sales
Wednesday, November 12
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Santa Ana | Register
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Orange County Inland Empire SBDC:
Unlock Your Export Potential Through California STEP Grant
Tuesday, November 18
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Webinar | Register
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Orange County Inland Empire SBDC:
Securing Funding Under $50,000: Micro-loans for your Business
Wednesday, November 19
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Lake Elsinore | Register
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EmpowHer grants support women who need early-stage business capital, a network of business advisors, or both. Grantees will have access to financial, marketing, leadership, and sector professionals who can advise on business focus, next steps, and longer-range planning.
Type: Grant
Amount: $25,000
Deadline: Ongoing
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San Bernardino County has launched its BizHUUB online platform to provide entrepreneurs with free online resources to help grow their businesses.
San Bernardino County businesses qualify for up to 10 free hours with a HUUB advisor who will take action with you to move your business forward.
How can they help you?
- Improve your website with a web developer
- Give your social media a boost by connecting with a marketing consultant to help you craft a social media strategy or email campaign
- Review your digital presence to ensure you can be found online with a digital marketing strategist
- Work with a business strategist to help you plan for the future
- Do a financial review with a CPA
- Refresh your brand collateral by working with a graphic designer
...and so much more!
Get started and register for the San Bernardino County BizHUUB, a no-cost digital resource platform for small businesses in San Bernardino County.
| | MicroEnterprise Collaborative Inland Southern California | | |
Who are they?
MicroEnterprise Collaborative of Inland Southern California consists of a diverse coalition of community leaders dedicated to improving small business development in Riverside and San Bernardino counties and eastern Los Angeles County.
They connect small businesses with no-cost to low-cost resources and support in the Inland Southern California area. Find the resources vetted to your needs, and contact an organization to get the help and support you need.
Small Business Assistance Tool
Use this helpful online tool to find assistance for starting, growing and accelerating your business.
How to Start a Business
Find the help you need to successfully research, plan and prepare your business startup.
How to Grow a Business
Find low to no-cost training on marketing, technical assistance, tax services and so much more.
Business Grant & Loan Resource
Find the latest grant and loan information and training available to you.
View San Bernardino Small Business Help & Support
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First Time Buyer Program from AmPac Aims to Boost
Small Business Ownership
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AmPac Business Capital is a mission-driven lender dedicated to advancing entrepreneurial dreams through access to capital and resources that foster long-term business success. AmPac provides tailored financing solutions and support through its Community Lending Programs, SBA 504 loans, and Entrepreneur Ecosystem—guiding businesses from cradle to legacy.
First Time Buyer Program
This program provides down payment assistance in the form of liquidity replacement to small business owners purchasing their first commercial real estate property to be occupied by their business. This program seeks to make commercial real estate ownership possible using SBA 504 or 7a loans through AmPac.
AmPac helps first-time buyers secure SBA financing that makes ownership within reach. Contact Lucas Sceranka, VP, Business Development Officer at 1-909-635-7290 or lsceranka@ampac.com for further information and assistance.
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Rancho Broadband gives businesses robust access to the digital world with upload and download speeds of up to 1 gigabit! With these robust speeds, you'll operate your business better and simultaneously run business applications, company websites, transfer and share large files, and improve customer experience with faster speeds in both directions.
Fiber gives your business a competitive edge above the rest.
| | Available Commercial Space | | Launch or Expand Your Business in RC! | | Contact Team RC for assistance in finding the perfect site for your business! We're here to help with site selection, streamlining permits and approvals, and providing access to business resources for business growth and expansion. Email us at ChooseRC@CityofRC.us and join our thriving business community! | | | | |
