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SBA #SmallBusinessWeek Nominations being accepted until December 22
Do you know an inspiring, America-loving small business owner who's making a difference in your community? Nominate them Today!

It’s Award Season at the U.S. Small Business Administration, and we’re rolling out the red carpet for America’s entrepreneurs who are making America’s economy strong! Celebrate innovation, leadership, and community spirit by nominating your favorite small business for a PRESTIGIOUS 2026 National Small Business Week award- to help showcase what Made in America is all about.
~ Don’t miss out on this opportunity ~
‘Tis the season for nominations! SBA is now accepting nominations for the National Small
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Business Week 2026, in the following categories.
2026 Award Categories
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Small Business Person of the Year
Small Business Exporter of the Year
Jeffrey Butland Family-owned Small Business of the Year
Veteran-owned Small Business of the Year
Woman-owned Small Business of the Year
Microenterprise of the Year
Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Small Business Manufacturer of the Year
Home-based Small Business of the Year
Financial Services Champion of the Year
How to submit a nomination
For guidelines and forms, visit www.sba.gov/nsbw. All nominations must be submitted electronically to the U.S. Small Business Administration,
For questions, please contact: Cheryl Croto, Cheryl.croto@sba.gov, 603-225-1407
Nominations for the 2026 #SmallBusinessWeek Awards are being accepted until December 22 at 2 pm ET.