Long Island SBDC - Farmingdale

06/16/2026

📢 Looking for funding opportunities for your business, municipality, or organization?

Join the New York State Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) Workshop and connect directly with State Agency representatives to learn about available funding programs and how to navigate the application process.

🗓 Thursday, June 18
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Farmingdale State College, Campus Center Ballroom
2350 Broadhollow Road, Farmingdale, NY

This workshop is a great opportunity to:
✅ Learn about New York State funding programs
✅ Gain insight into the CFA application process
✅ Ask questions directly to State Agency representatives
✅ Explore resources to support your community or business initiatives

Don't miss this chance to position your project for funding success!

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06/15/2026

Congratulations to our client, Bella Mia Cafe, on their grand opening in Bay Shore! 🎉

The Long Island SBDC (Farmingdale) was proud to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Bay Shore Chamber of Commerce and celebrate this exciting milestone with the Bella Mia family.

Bella Mia Cafe is a true family-owned business, founded by Sal Niola and his family, bringing their passion for hospitality, great food, and community to Bay Shore. It was wonderful to see family, friends, and community partners come together to support the launch of this new local restaurant.

We were honored to join Sal, his family, community supporters, and representatives from M&T Bank as they officially opened their doors. We wish the entire Bella Mia team continued success and look forward to seeing them thrive in the Bay Shore community!

06/09/2026

The Long Island SBDC at Farmingdale was proud to attend the grand opening of our client, Ink & Easel, in Bellmore!

Ink & Easel is an innovative art studio dedicated to inspiring artists of all ages and experience levels. Through small-group instruction, workshops, private lessons, and open studio sessions, they are creating a welcoming space where creativity can flourish and community can grow through art. You can visit their webpage here - https://www.inkeasel.com/

Congratulations to the Ink & Easel team on this exciting milestone! We wish you continued success as you inspire the next generation of artists and creative thinkers.

06/01/2026

Looking to connect with upcoming contracting opportunities on Long Island?

Join the Empire State Development New York State Projects Pop-Up Series on June 17 at Farmingdale State College and learn about small business opportunities tied to major projects across the region.

Meet project representatives, network with industry professionals, and gain insights into upcoming opportunities with organizations including MTA, PSEG Long Island, Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, Village of Hempstead Water & Sewer, RailWorks Transit, and more.

📅 June 17, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Farmingdale State College

Register here - https://esd.ny.gov/new-york-state-projects-pop-series

05/28/2026

The Long Island SBDC team had a wonderful time celebrating Farmingdale State College Staff Appreciation Day! It was great connecting with colleagues across campus and recognizing the incredible work being done throughout our community.

We were also proud to celebrate Christina Loggia, recipient of the New York Small Business Development Center Visionary Award, which honors staff who have made exceptional contributions to their center and the statewide network through special projects and leadership.

Christina was recognized for her outstanding leadership of the The NYS Center for Entrepreneurial Empowerment, which significantly expanded opportunities and support for entrepreneurs across New York State. Through innovative programming, statewide staff training, and the creation of a peer-to-peer support community, her work helped increase client engagement more than fourfold, reaching thousands of individuals and generating millions in new business investment. Her dedication continues to strengthen the NYSBDC mission and expand inclusive economic opportunity statewide.

05/26/2026

🚨 Calling all innovative small businesses! 🚨

Do you have a high-potential business that is shaping the future of your industry? The U.S. Small Business Administration is hosting a nationwide pitch competition celebrating the innovation and entrepreneurial spirit driving America forward.

Selected businesses will compete LIVE in Washington, DC for a share of a $1 million prize pool as part of the SBA’s Freedom 250 initiative.

📅 Submission deadline: June 10 at 11:59 p.m. ET
📄 Pitch submissions must be in PDF format

Learn more and apply here: https://preview.sba.gov/freedom-250/

Need help preparing your pitch or growing your business? Connect with the Long Island SBDC at Farmingdale State College today!

Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary For 250 years, small businesses have powered innovation, created opportunity, and strengthened local communities. Main Street Builds America – and through Freedom 250, SBA is honoring that legacy while investing in the next generation of builders, makers, ...

05/20/2026

Come Visit Us at PSEG Long Island’s 2026 Supplier Diversity Procurement Fair! ⚡

We’re excited to exhibit at one of New York State’s largest utility-focused procurement fairs, connecting with small businesses, procurement teams, prime contractors, and industry leaders from across the region.

Stop by our booth to meet our team, learn more about our services, and connect with us throughout the event.

Learn more & register here:

PSEG Long Island’s 2026 Supplier Diversity Procurement FairOne of the largest utility-focused procurement fairs in New York State. Specifically designed for NYS Certified Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) and OGS Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOBs), the...

05/19/2026

Data-driven decisions are key to small business success! 📊

Long Island SBDC (Farmingdale) Business Advisor Pierre Lespinasse recently presented “Managing with Data—A Practical Imperative for Small Business Success” to the Freeport Chamber of Commerce at Off the Hook Bar and Grill. Attendees gained practical insights on how businesses can use data to improve operations, make informed decisions, and drive sustainable growth.

Thank you to the Freeport Chamber of Commerce and Off the Hook for hosting this informative event and supporting the small business community!

05/14/2026

Long Island SBDC (Farmingdale) Assistant Director Lauren Linakis recently presented “How to Write a Business-Generating Capability Statement” to Scwbec (Suffolk County Women’s Business Enterprise Coalition). The presentation focused on how businesses can market themselves to government agencies and create an effective capability statement to help secure government contracting opportunities.

Thank you to everyone who attended and engaged in the discussion on creating impactful capability statements that help businesses stand out, build credibility, and generate new opportunities. We appreciate the opportunity to support and empower women-owned businesses across Long Island.

05/06/2026

💰 $10,000 Grant Opportunity for Small Businesses!

The Long Island SBDC (Farmingdale) is excited to share a great funding opportunity from Verizon!

Through Verizon’s Small Business Digital Ready program, eligible small businesses can apply for $10,000 grants to support growth and digital success.

✔️ Complete just 2 free online courses or events
✔️ Unlock the grant application
✔️ Ongoing opportunities throughout the year

This is a fantastic way to gain valuable business insights and access potential funding.

👉 https://digitalready.verizonwireless.com/funding

Need help getting started or strengthening your application? Our advisors are here to help—at no cost.

Discover and apply for small business grants. Learn eligibility requirements, check application deadlines, and secure funding for your growth.