← Elsa Economic Development Corporation
Regional Resource
Small Business Administration
An Elsa business needing a loan larger than Lift Elsa or a CDFI can provide, or one pursuing HUBZone or 8(a) certification for government contracts.
About
The federal Small Business Administration's Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office, serving 14 South Texas counties from Harlingen.
WHAT THEY DO
- SBA 7(a) and 504 loan programs (delivered through partner banks)
- Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) program
- HUBZone certification — many RGV areas qualify
- 8(a) Business Development Program
- Surety Bond Guarantee Program
- Government contracting assistance
WHO THEY HELP
Small businesses across 14 South Texas counties (including Hidalgo). All RGV EDCs and chambers refer to this office.
BEST FOR
An Elsa business needing a loan larger than what Lift Elsa or a CDFI can provide, or one pursuing a HUBZone or 8(a) certification to win government contracts.
OFFICE
2422 E. Tyler Ave., Suite E, Harlingen, TX 78550
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Contact
Angela Burton