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US Small Business Association (SBA) |
The SBA helps Americans start, build and grow businesses. Through an extensive network of field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. |
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VOSB & SDVOSB Verification |
Get Verified to do Business with VA Get verified through the Vets First Verification Program to participate in the Veterans First Contracting Program for VA set-asides and sole-source contracts for SDVOSBs and VOSBs. |
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Business Loan Programs |
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Washington Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) 4220 6th AVE SE, Lacey, WA 98503 |
No cost, confidential, one-on-one technical assistance in all aspects of selling to federal, state, and local governments. |
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Starting a business in Washington State |
This is a road map for opening a business in the state of Washington. There are eight steps in the road map but not all of them will apply to your business. We recommend you read through all steps in this road map before applying for your business license. You can download the Road Map as a PDF file if you prefer that format.
Here are the 8 steps:
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SBDC, EDC, and SCORE offices |
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Veteran’s Business Outreach Center (VBOC) 1437 S. Jackson Street, Suite 201, Seattle, WA |
Counseling, Referrals and information | The Veteran Business Outreach Program is designed to provide entrepreneurial development services such as business training, counseling and resource partner referrals to transitioning service members, veterans, National Guard & Reserve members and military spouses interested in starting or growing a small business. The SBA has 22 organizations participating in this cooperative agreement and serving as Veterans Business Outreach Centers (VBOC). |
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Washington State’s Office of Minority & Women’s Business Enterprises 1110 Capitol Way South, Suite 150 , PO Box 41160, Olympia, WA 98501 |
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
The Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises is charged with certifying small, minority and women-owned businesses to facilitate their participation in public contracting and procurement. This is accomplished through a comprehensive certification process and education. The outcome - successful small businesses led by minorities, women and veterans help make our economy and our families more resilient, strengthening our communities and improving the quality of life for all Washingtonians. |
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Veteran’s Incubator for Better Entrepreneurship University of Washington Tacoma 1900 Commerce Street, Tacoma, WA 98402 |
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Counseling, Referrals and information | The Veteran’s Incubator for Better Entrepreneurship (VIBE) provides military veterans, and military spouses the education, resources, and supportive environment to use their natural inclinations and skills to innovate and create their own professional lanes through entrepreneurship. VIBE, taps into several Washington regional assets—motivated veterans, a supportive community, a university setting—with the goal of supporting students as they learn about entrepreneurship and turn their ideas into viable businesses. |
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Federal Surplus | Department of Enterprise Services (wa.gov) |
The Small Business Association has released proposed regulations to implement the Veterans Small Business Enhancement Act of 2018 and is currently seeking public comment. Comments must be received by March 23, 2020. See the proposed rules for more information. See Frequently Asked Questions about the act. About the actOn April 16, 2018, the Veterans Small Business Enhancement Act of 2018, (S.2679), was introduced to amend the Small Business Act directing the SBA to give access to and manage the distribution of U.S.- owned surplus property, pursuant to a memorandum of agreement between the SBA, the General Services Administration (GSA), and the head of the state agency for surplus properties, to small businesses owned and controlled by veterans. |
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Bunker Labs |
Bunker Labs was built by military veteran entrepreneurs to empower other military veterans as leaders in innovation. The organization provides educational programming, mentors, events and thriving local networks to help military veterans start and grow businesses. |
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Business.wa.gov - Small Business Guidance |
The Small Business Guides provides helpful information, links to valuable resources, and outlines the steps for starting and operating a business in Washington state. The Small Business Guide is available in English, Spanish, Russian, Korean, Vietnamese, and Chinese.
The Business Guide includes sections that will help you plan, run, grow, or close a business in Washington State.
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Disabled American Veterans - Department and Chapter Service Officers Statewide |
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Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs Hawk Career Center, BLDG 11577 41st Division DR, Room 218, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433 |
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Claims assistance, Federal benefits | ||
Paralyzed Veterans of America VA Regional Office, 915 Second AVE Room 1054, Seattle, WA 98174 |
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Claims assistance | ||
Disabled American Veterans - National Service Officers VA Regional Office, 915 2nd Ave, Room 1040, Seattle, WA 98174 |
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Claims assistance | ||
Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs 1102 Quince St SE, PO Box 41155, Olympia, WA 98504-1155 |
Case management, Claims assistance, Counseling, Emergency Financial Assistance, Homeless Supports, Records request, Referrals and information, Transitional housing, Veterans Incarcerated Program, Work specific necessities to gain employment | The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs helps connect veterans and their family members to the benefits and services they earned through their military service.
Our Central Office is located in Olympia and includes a Veterans Service Center as well as administrative support for all agency programs.
WDVA offers long-term care in our four State Veteran Homes (the Washington Soldiers Home, the Washington Veterans Home, the Spokane Veterans Home, and the Walla Walla Veterans Home) for honorably discharged veterans, and in some cases, their spouses.
The Veterans Services and Counseling and Wellness Divisions provide claims assistance as well as counseling services for veterans and their family members. And our State Veterans Cemetery honors veterans in their final resting place. |
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Disabled American Veterans - Transition Service Officers Statewide |
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Vietnam Veterans of America 1525 E Wheeler RD, Moses Lake, WA 98837 |
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Wounded Warrior Project 3315 S 23rd ST STE 310, Tacoma, WA 98405 |
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Claims assistance |
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Military Sexual Trauma Counseling |
Health services, Healthcare | What is military sexual trauma counseling?Military sexual trauma counseling may include individual or group counseling, marital and family counseling, referral for benefits assistance, liaison with community agencies or substance abuse information and referral to help you deal with the emotions of military sexual trauma and regain confidence in your everyday life. Am I eligible for military sexual trauma counseling?Any Veteran, or Service member to include members of the National Guard and Reserve forces, who was sexually traumatized while serving in the military is eligible to receive counseling regardless of gender or era of service. Where are services available?Assessment and referral for MST-related counseling is available at all Vet Centers. Onsite counseling is available at selected Vet Centers across the country. In addition, MST-related medical and mental health services are available at your local VA Medical Center and can be accessed by contacting the Military Sexual Trauma Coordinator or your existing VA healthcare provider. |
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Federal Legislation Related to Women Veterans |
Legal assistance | Federal Legislation Related to Women Veterans
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Women's Overseas Service League PO Box 124, Cedar Knolls, NJ 07297 |
WOSL- Women’s Overseas Service League – is a national organization of women who have served overseas in or with the Armed Forces. American women who had served overseas with the military forces during World War One founded WOSL in 1921 |
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VA Puget Sound Women Veterans |
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Health services, Healthcare | About the Program
VA Puget Sound offers comprehensive care for women Veterans. We pride ourselves on providing excellent care for women Veterans in our stand-alone clinics at both American Lake and Seattle Divisions and at our community clinics. These facilities provide a unique setting that is private, respectful and convenient.
We respect patients’ preferences regarding provider gender, for health care and mental health care. We look forward to meeting your health care needs.
Services Offered
• alcohol and drug abuse treatment
Mental health services, including treatment for post traumatic stress disorder and military sexual trauma are also available. Treatment for substance abuse is available as well.
Patients will be referred to community providers for any service not available at VA Puget Sound. |
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The Dixon Center Female Veterans Program Financial Assistance Program and application |
The nation’s almost 20 million veterans have a variety of programs to aid in their success – from wellness to housing to financial aid. But the sheer volume (more than 45,000 private groups and hundreds of government programs) can be overwhelming to navigate. Compounding the problem is that many of these programs take a silo approach, only tackling one problem instead of providing a comprehensive set of solutions. That’s the role that Dixon Center for Military and Veterans Services plays – serving as the connective thread to break down barriers and connect individuals and organizations with easily accessible solutions that veterans and military families need to access meaningful employment, education, housing, and wellness. We work at local and national levels in five focus areas:
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Western Resources Center for Women in Apprenticeship |
Employment assistance | The goal of the Western Resources Center for Women in Apprenticeship is to increase the number of women entering and completing apprenticeships in “nontraditional” occupations.Technical resources provided by the Western Resources Center were developed to 1) Assist registered apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs recruit more women to trades careers, 2) Help women interested in trades careers learn more about apprenticeship opportunities, and 3) Provide current tradeswomen with resources to support their long term success in the trades. |
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ANEW 550 SW 7th St. Suite B305, Located in the Puget Sound JATC Building , Renton, WA 98057 |
Here are five good reasons to start your career as an apprentice:
ANEW offers pre-apprenticeship programs, employment navigation and financial support for individuals who desire a family wage career. ANEW is a trusted partner in the construction industry. We can assist you with the training and navigation you need to obtain a family wage career in construction. To learn more about our services, attend an info session. Upcoming info sessions to enroll in our programs are listed on our calendar (click below).
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Federal VA Women Veterans Health Care |
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Washington Women in Trades Association |
Education, Employment assistance | What we do:We Educate, Promote and Celebrate.
We Facilitate Access for Women in the Skilled Trades.
Who we are:The Washington Women in Trades Association was founded in 1978 by and for women working in the skilled trades to gather and share information.
More Info HERE
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Federal VA Medical Center Women Veterans Health Care |
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Washington's Community and Technical Colleges - Getting Veterans Back to Work |
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Education | The Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges advocates, coordinates and directs Washington state’s system of 34 public community and technical colleges. |
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GI Bill Comparison Tool |
Education | Learn about education programs and compare benefits by school. |
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Washington Student Achievement Council 917 Lakeridge Way SW, Olympia, WA 98502 |
Education | The Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) is a nine-member council supported by a cabinet-level state agency. By statute, the Council provides strategic planning, oversight, advocacy, and program administration to support increased student success and higher levels of educational attainment in Washington.
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VA Education and Training Benefits |
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Education | VA education benefits help Veterans, service members, and their qualified family members with needs like paying college tuition, finding the right school or training program, and getting career counseling. Learn how to apply for and manage the education and training benefits you've earned. |
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Washington Career Bridge |
Education, Employment assistance | Washington Career Bridge - Home to over 5,000 education programs, career exploration, data on wages, and more!Reach your career goals with Career Bridge Career Bridge is Washington's one-stop source for career and education planning.
With Career Bridge, you'll also discover:
Career Bridge is also home of the state's Eligible Training Provider (ETP) List. This site was created by the state's Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board, a partnership of business, labor, and government dedicated to helping Washington residents prepare for and land living-wage jobs, while meeting employers' needs for skilled workers. Now find the education and training you need to get the job you want. |
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Washington Student Achievement Council Find colleges and institutions in WA State / Approval of VA Programs |
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Find a VA Approved Higher Education / Training Program |
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State Board for Community and Technical Colleges List of WA State Community & Technical Colleges. |
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Career Bridge Find the education and training you need to get the job you want. |
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Workforce Training & Education Coordinating Board Career Planning Resources / Approval of VA Programs |
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VetCorps Team Directory Find the VetCorps Navigator Near You! |
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WorkSource Find a WorkSource Office Near you! |
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Employment assistance | ||
Washington Attorney General's Office of Military and Veteran Legal Assistance 800 5th Ave, Ste 2000, Seattle, WA 98104 |
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Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs 1102 Quince St SE, PO Box 41155, Olympia, WA 98504-1155 |
Case management, Claims assistance, Counseling, Emergency Financial Assistance, Homeless Supports, Records request, Referrals and information, Transitional housing, Veterans Incarcerated Program, Work specific necessities to gain employment | The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs helps connect veterans and their family members to the benefits and services they earned through their military service.
Our Central Office is located in Olympia and includes a Veterans Service Center as well as administrative support for all agency programs.
WDVA offers long-term care in our four State Veteran Homes (the Washington Soldiers Home, the Washington Veterans Home, the Spokane Veterans Home, and the Walla Walla Veterans Home) for honorably discharged veterans, and in some cases, their spouses.
The Veterans Services and Counseling and Wellness Divisions provide claims assistance as well as counseling services for veterans and their family members. And our State Veterans Cemetery honors veterans in their final resting place. |
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Military Order of the Purple Heart |
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Fleet Reserve Association |
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WA Housing Authorities |
Homeless Supports |
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Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs 1102 Quince St SE, PO Box 41155, Olympia, WA 98504-1155 |
Case management, Claims assistance, Counseling, Emergency Financial Assistance, Homeless Supports, Records request, Referrals and information, Transitional housing, Veterans Incarcerated Program, Work specific necessities to gain employment | The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs helps connect veterans and their family members to the benefits and services they earned through their military service.
Our Central Office is located in Olympia and includes a Veterans Service Center as well as administrative support for all agency programs.
WDVA offers long-term care in our four State Veteran Homes (the Washington Soldiers Home, the Washington Veterans Home, the Spokane Veterans Home, and the Walla Walla Veterans Home) for honorably discharged veterans, and in some cases, their spouses.
The Veterans Services and Counseling and Wellness Divisions provide claims assistance as well as counseling services for veterans and their family members. And our State Veterans Cemetery honors veterans in their final resting place. |
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GI Bill Comparison Tool |
Education | Learn about education programs and compare benefits by school. |
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VA Education and Training Benefits |
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Education | VA education benefits help Veterans, service members, and their qualified family members with needs like paying college tuition, finding the right school or training program, and getting career counseling. Learn how to apply for and manage the education and training benefits you've earned. |
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Military Sexual Trauma Counseling |
Health services, Healthcare | What is military sexual trauma counseling?Military sexual trauma counseling may include individual or group counseling, marital and family counseling, referral for benefits assistance, liaison with community agencies or substance abuse information and referral to help you deal with the emotions of military sexual trauma and regain confidence in your everyday life. Am I eligible for military sexual trauma counseling?Any Veteran, or Service member to include members of the National Guard and Reserve forces, who was sexually traumatized while serving in the military is eligible to receive counseling regardless of gender or era of service. Where are services available?Assessment and referral for MST-related counseling is available at all Vet Centers. Onsite counseling is available at selected Vet Centers across the country. In addition, MST-related medical and mental health services are available at your local VA Medical Center and can be accessed by contacting the Military Sexual Trauma Coordinator or your existing VA healthcare provider. |
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VA GI Bill Information |
7am - 7pm |
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VA Disability Direct Deposit or Contact Information Change |
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WorkSource Find a WorkSource Office Near you! |
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Employment assistance |
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Olympic College - Bremerton |
Olympic College is a public two-year community college that educates more than 13,000 students a year. Founded in 1946, the college has three campuses in Bremerton, Poulsbo, and Shelton and serves a population of 280,000 residents living in Kitsap and Mason Counties. Olympic College Military & Veterans Programs’ mission is to serve Veterans, Active Duty, and their dependents in their educational goals every step of the way. Assisting in Outreach, Enrollment, Transitions, Navigating and processing VA (Veteran Affairs) and DoD (Department of Defense) Benefits, and advising to meet their specific needs. Military & Veterans Programs (MVP) Support Center provides a centralized location for Active Duty, Veterans, and their dependents to obtain assistance with their education benefits, receive tutoring, have computer and printer access and the ability to work closely with military success coaches, support specialist, Vet Corps and VA certifying officials. The MVP Benefits Office provides a wide number of services, with a focus on students who are accessing benefits from the Department of VA, Department of Defense-Education, and Washington State.
MVP is also a partner PAVE campus. PAVE is a peer support program that connects incoming student veterans with student veterans already on campus to help them navigate college life, identify challenges they face, refer them to appropriate resources on or off-campus, and provide ongoing support. Through peer support from other student veterans on campus, PAVE builds on the camaraderie veterans' experience in the military to create a sense of community and connectedness that contributes to academic and personal success. |
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UW Tacoma |
The Veteran and Military Resource Center (VMRC) at UW Tacoma serves as a resource for students providing support and referrals throughout campus and our community. The VMRC is also responsible for developing and offering campus programming that benefits our military-connected students. The VMRC comprises two staff: the Veteran and Military Services Staff and the Veterans Incubator for Better Entrepreneurship (VIBE) Staff. The Veteran and Military Services Staff is here to help military veterans and their dependents access their VA educational benefits and Washington state tuition waivers. Our benefits advisors can provide you with general benefit information as well as certify your educational services. |
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ArtsWA |
Wellness, Arts, and the Military (WAM) is part of the ArtsWA Community of Care Initiative. WAM supports the growth of artists and arts organizations who have arts and wellness programs for military connected communities. WAM began in 2017 as a Community Connections Project supported by the NEA Creative Forces Military Healing Arts Network. Through summits, convenings, and key partnerships, the WAM program has grown to include arts programming grants, training, funding, and outreach. |
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Bates Technical College |
Welcome! We are here to support your transition into higher learning by:
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Centralia College |
Centralia College is an approved institution for the education and training of veterans, reservists and the children and spouses of deceased or 100% "total and permanently" (with no further exams pending) disabled veterans. Services Available:
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Heather Gebhardt, PhD, ABPP |
Heather Gebhardt, PhD, ABPP is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience working with the veteran, active duty, and military family communities. She completed her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of California, San Diego/San Diego State University, and completed both her internship and postdoctoral fellowship at the Seattle Division of the VA Puget Sound Healthcare System. Since that time, she has worked in both VA and veteran/military-serving non-profit settings.
Her experience and connection with the military is not only professional, but personal as well. She is the proud spouse of an Air Force Veteran, who retired after a 20-year military career in 2021.
Dr. Gebhardt is Board Certified in Behavioral & Cognitive Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology, and specializes in working with adults who are facing a variety of military-related concerns including anxiety, depression, PTSD, anger, or other post-trauma reactions. The treatment approaches she utilizes are evidence-based, meaning they have been found to be effective based on scientific research.
For more information on Dr. Gebhardt and her approach to therapy, please visit her website! |