Federal Funding Transparency

Funding and Financial Disclosures

In accordance with Section 632 of Public Law 117-328: West Business Development Center

West Business Development Center is the host to Mendocino SBDC (Small Business Development Center) and is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S Small Business Administration.

SBDC services are provided in a nondiscriminatory way to all legal residents and citizens in the United States.

The program is supported by federal taxpayer funds. By registering for services or training, clients certify that they are legally eligible to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal laws and Executive Order 14218 “Ending Taxpayer Subsidization of Open Borders (February 19, 2025).”

As a nonprofit organization funded in part through government grants and partnerships, we are committed to openly sharing the details of our financial structure. Below, you’ll find a breakdown of our funding sources and how these resources help us serve the small business community.

FEDERAL: $405,618.93 – 38%
STATE: $219,450.00 – 21%
LOCAL: $439,378.00- 41%

TOTAL: $1,064,446.93