City of Tucson Small Business Center

11/02/2026

📢 Upcoming Webinar for Small Business Owners!

Looking to learn how to use QuickBooks to better manage your business finances? 📊

SCORE is hosting a webinar, “QuickBooks Online Basics You Need to Know,” on Friday, November 6, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM (Arizona Time).

This webinar will cover the basics of QuickBooks, including tracking income and expenses, managing transactions, and generating financial reports.

Registration fee: $10

Learn more and register:

Learn the basic skills of QuickBooks Online in this “hands-on” workshop and learn to record your business transactions properly. And also learn why QuickBooks Online is an excellent choice for small business accounting that will grow with you.

10/29/2026

Yesterday, we attended Rooted in Local: Connect. Grow. Thrive!, hosted by Local First Arizona!

It was a great opportunity to connect with local small business owners, entrepreneurs, and community members, share information about our services, and learn more about the businesses in our community.

A big thank you to Local First Arizona for organizing this event and bringing together so many local businesses and organizations! 💙

10/23/2026

This morning, our Small Business Navigators team had the opportunity to participate in the 4th Avenue Community Cleanup! It was wonderful to see community members, volunteers, and local organizations come together to help keep Tucson clean and beautiful! 💚

A clean and vibrant community plays an important role in supporting our local small businesses and creating welcoming spaces where they can continue to grow and thrive.

A big thank you to everyone who dedicated their time and effort to making this event a success!

10/16/2026

10/14/2026

💗 October is National Women's Small Business Month! 💗

This month, we celebrate and recognize the women entrepreneurs whose hard work, dedication, and passion contribute to the growth of our community and strengthen our local economy.

At the City of Tucson Small Business Center, we recognize their contributions and reaffirm our commitment to supporting them throughout their entrepreneurial journeys.

Today and every day, we celebrate the women who dare to dream, take the leap, and make a difference!

✨ Do you know a woman-owned business that deserves recognition? Tag them in the comments and help us celebrate Tucson's women entrepreneurs! 💕

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💗 ¡Octubre es el Mes Nacional de las Mujeres Empresarias! 💗

Este mes celebramos y reconocemos a las mujeres emprendedoras que, con su esfuerzo, dedicación y pasión, contribuyen al crecimiento de nuestra comunidad y al fortalecimiento de la economía local.

Desde el Centro Empresarial de la Ciudad de Tucson, reconocemos su trabajo y reafirmamos nuestro compromiso de seguir apoyándolas en su camino empresarial.

¡Hoy y siempre celebramos a las mujeres que se atreven a soñar, emprender y hacer la diferencia!

✨ ¿Conoces un negocio liderado por una mujer que merece ser reconocido? ¡Etiquétalo en los comentarios y ayúdanos a celebrar a las emprendedoras de Tucson! 💕

10/13/2026

🌵 Let's Keep Tucson Beautiful! 🌵

Calling all local business owners, residents, and community members! 💚

Come together for the 4th Avenue Community Clean Up on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Haggerty Plaza (316 N. 4th Ave.).

This is a great opportunity to give back to our community, support our local businesses, and help keep one of Tucson's most vibrant areas clean and welcoming for everyone!

Whether you own a business along 4th Avenue, live nearby, or simply want to make a difference, we encourage you to participate!

Register today: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/teamup

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🌵 ¡Mantengamos Tucson limpio y bonito! 🌵

¡Atención, dueños de negocios locales, residentes y miembros de nuestra comunidad! 💚

Los invitamos a participar en la Jornada de Limpieza Comunitaria de la 4th Avenue el viernes 23 de octubre de 2026, de 9:00 a.m. a 11:00 a.m., en Haggerty Plaza (316 N. 4th Ave.).

Esta es una excelente oportunidad para contribuir al bienestar de nuestra comunidad, apoyar a los negocios locales y ayudar a mantener una de las zonas más vibrantes de Tucson limpia y agradable para todos.

Ya sea que tengas un negocio sobre la 4th Avenue, vivas cerca o simplemente quieras aportar tu granito de arena, ¡te invitamos a participar!

Regístrate hoy: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/teamup

10/13/2026

📢 FREE Webinar for Small Business Owners!

Have questions about business taxes? SCORE is offering a FREE webinar, Tax Basics 101, on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, to help entrepreneurs and small business owners better understand their tax responsibilities.

Whether you're starting a business or already operating one, this webinar is a great opportunity to learn more about managing your business taxes.

Learn more and register here:

Email from SCORE West Region Let's help you stay organized and avoid common tax-related pitfalls. View in browser.         Tax Basics 101 Presented By: Neki Cox Wednesday, October 14th | 12:00PM - 1:

10/07/2026

🌵 Tucson business owners and entrepreneurs, mark your calendars for October 28!

Rooted in Local: Connect. Grow. Thrive. is a FREE business resource showcase and mixer bringing Tucson’s locally owned businesses and entrepreneurs together with organizations, resources, and community partners that can help them succeed.

- Connect with local business support organizations
- Discover resources to help your business
- Build relationships and grow your local network

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 | 5:00–8:00 p.m. | MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento, Tucson

Find the resources. Meet the people. Grow your business.

RSVP: events.humanitix.com/rooted-in-local-tucson-2026



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🌵 Dueños de negocios y emprendedores de Tucson: ¡aparten la fecha para este 28 de octubre!

Rooted in Local: Conecta. Crece. Prospera. es un evento GRATUITO de recursos empresariales y networking que reunirá a negocios y emprendedores locales con organizaciones, recursos y aliados de la comunidad que pueden ayudarles a crecer y tener éxito.

- Conoce organizaciones que apoyan a pequeños negocios
- Descubre recursos para impulsar tu negocio
- Crea nuevas conexiones y fortalece tu red local

Miércoles, 28 de octubre de 2026 | 5:00–8:00 p.m. | MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento, Tucson

Encuentra los recursos. Conoce a las personas. Haz crecer tu negocio.

RSVP: events.humanitix.com/rooted-in-local-tucson-2026

10/06/2026

Has your business been impacted by or is it currently affected by a City of Tucson construction project? 🚧

The Ready, Steady, Open! program is here to help eligible small local businesses before, during, and after construction.

Eligible businesses may apply for grants of up to $500, $10,000, or $5,000 to help prepare for, navigate, or recover from construction impacts.

The Department of Transportation and Mobility will be hosting virtual information sessions to share more about the program and how to apply:
- October 8 | 2 PM
- October 14 | 10 AM
- October 20 | 1 PM

🔗 Learn more & join a session:
bit.ly/ReadySteadyOpen

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¿Su negocio se ha visto afectado o está siendo afectado actualmente por un proyecto de construcción de la Ciudad de Tucson? 🚧

El programa Ready, Steady, Open! está diseñado para apoyar a pequeños negocios locales afectados antes, durante y después de la construcción.

Los negocios elegibles pueden solicitar subvenciones de hasta $500, $10,000 o $5,000 para ayudarles a prepararse, mantenerse durante la construcción o recuperarse de sus impactos.

El Departamento de Transporte y Movilidad de la Ciudad de Tucson estará ofreciendo sesiones informativas virtuales para compartir más sobre el programa y cómo solicitar asistencia:
- 8 de octubre | 2 PM
- 14 de octubre | 10 AM
- 20 de octubre | 1 PM

🔗 Conozca más y participe en una sesión:
bit.ly/ReadySteadyOpen

10/05/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Francisca! 🎉

Yesterday, we celebrated Francisca, our Chief of Mexican Direct Investment!

Francisca has been an important part of our work supporting Tucson’s small business community over the years. We are grateful for her leadership, dedication, and, most of all, the care and commitment she has always shown to our local entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Thank you, Francisca, for everything you have contributed to our team and our community. It simply wouldn’t have been the same without your support, guidance, and the heart you have brought to everything you do.

We hope you had a wonderful birthday and wish you all the best in the year ahead! 💙🎂✨