If you’re a veteran who owns an Oregon business, or if you’re thinking of starting one, there are several state, regional, and national resources you can leverage to help your business start, grow, and thrive.
Did you know the veterans benefit program at COCC’s Small Business Development Center — the first of its kind in the state of Oregon — enables eligible vets and service members to enroll in educational programming using GI Bill assistance?
Approved by the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs, this benefit certification opens doors of opportunity for veterans throughout Central Oregon, funding access to non-credit business classes, entrepreneurial workshops, and an immersive Small Business Management Program.
From condensed digital marketing courses to upper-management decision-making training, discover the non-credit education options covered by the GI Bill and put your innovation into action. In addition, veterans who do not use GI Bill benefits are eligible for a 40% discount on SBDC offerings.
Veterans can contact the Small Business Development Center at 541-383-7290 or sbdc@cocc.edu to learn more and get started by scheduling a benefits appointment.
Learn about additional veterans benefits at COCC, including credit-based programs and student services.
Learn more about resources available for Oregon veteran-owned businesses.