Startup Assistance

If you are looking to start a new business, don’t worry! There are numerous regional and state programs available that provide personal assistance for writing a business plan, locating financing, and getting up and running. Follow the links below to get started.

Opening a business in Milwaukie is easy! You can quickly apply for your business license online. Just be sure to check with the city to make sure the business is located in the appropriate zone.

State and Regional Resources

• Oregon Secretary of State Business Wizard
• Business Oregon
• Portland Community College CLIMB Center - CLIMB stands for Continuous Learning for Individuals, Management and Business. No matter where you are in your career, CLIMB has something to offer you.
• Mercy Corps Northwest - Mercy Corps NW provides low cost education and training for small entrepreneurs. A full calendar of classes and seminars can be found here.
• Clackamas County Toolkit - Clackamas County also provides a wide variety of resources for starting and growing businesses.