A feature piece from our Spring 2025 issue of the Lancaster Thriving Publication.
For small businesses and entrepreneurs, securing funding is one of the biggest challenges to launching, sustaining, and scaling operations. Fortunately, Lancaster County’s entrepreneurial ecosystem is built on collaboration, with local funders and support organizations coming together to provide accessible financial resources. Through Cultivate Lancaster, small businesses can connect with grants, loans, and investment opportunities designed to support innovation and long-term success.
Lancaster County’s economic resilience is strengthened by local funder partners, including ASSETS, Berks Arts, Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern PA, Community First Fund, EDC Lancaster County, Lancaster City Alliance, and Penn Tap, who are dedicated to providing capital to entrepreneurs at various stages of business growth. Whether it’s microloans for startups, flexible financing for expansion, or specialized grants, these resources help businesses thrive in an ever-changing marketplace.
Beyond funding, Cultivate Lancaster offers a centralized platform where business owners can network, access mentorship, and explore financial planning tools. By leveraging these opportunities, Lancaster’s entrepreneurs are not just sustaining their businesses—they are shaping a future where local enterprises drive community-wide success.
For those looking to start or expand their business, now is the time to tap into Lancaster’s collaborative funding ecosystem. Learn more about available financial resources at CultivateLancaster.com/funding.
Save the Date – Money, Money, Money.
Thursday, August 7th 5-7pm
From cash to loans, grants, and tax credits, every business needs money to operate. Join Cultivate Lancaster as we showcase funding options for startups and small businesses in Lancaster. This free event will include workshops on how your small business can access and prepare for funding, opportunities for Q&As and one-on-ones with business experts, and information on local funding options. If you are starting or growing your business in 2025, this is a night you don’t want to miss!
About Cultivate Lancaster
Cultivate Lancaster is Lancaster County, Pennsylvania’s hub for entrepreneur and small business resources.
Cultivate offers a space for small businesses to identify resources they need, meet with business support organizations, and network with each other. Cultivate also provides a platform for organizations who support small businesses to empower, collaborate, and strategically work towards a more prosperous and vibrant small business economy in Lancaster County.
If you have any questions about attending, participating, sponsoring or otherwise partnering with Cultivate Lancaster, contact connect@cultivatelancaster.com.
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