Dear Friends,
We wanted to send a special note to say thank you to all the clients, partners, and friends that have reached out to lend their support to SBDC relative to the proposed state budget reductions. Your stories and comments are heartwarming and give us hope for a brighter and financially sustainable future.
SBDC has a tried-and-true track record of helping NH’s businesses for over 36 years. Throughout the pandemic, we have been there with laser focus, helping business owners keep their doors open, their staff and customers safe, and their futures hopeful. With your help, SBDC will continue to provide invaluable resources and advice to the small businesses that are vital to NH’s economy.
The House Finance Division 1 Committee will be reviewing our state funding allocation within the next couple of weeks and then the Senate Finance Committee will review it in April. We are hopeful that both House and Senate budget writers will restore SBDC's funding in the final budget and protect SBDC's services and critical federal funding match.
Many of you have asked how you can help SBDC in the coming weeks. The most helpful way is for you to tell Legislators your story about how SBDC has impacted you and why the state should continue to invest in SBDC. Click HERE to get details on how to submit letters or emails to Legislators.
Thank you again for your support!
Sincerely,
The NH SBDC Team
