Goldman Sachs 1000 Small businesses
resource active confidence: Medium status: Draft updated 2026-08-11
Summary
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is a multi-week business education program with a Babson College-designed curriculum, peer learning, and one-on-one business advising. Goldman Sachs 1000 Small businesses provides a bounded benefit: Existing small business owners with operating businesses who want structured growth education, peer network access, and help building a growth plan — not.
Who It's For
Existing small business owners with operating businesses who want structured growth education, peer network access, and help building a growth plan — not pre-revenue founders.
What It Provides
Intensive classroom-style modules, collaborative peer exercises, one-on-one business advice, and skills across financial management, marketing, negotiation, and employee management. Graduates join a national alumni network of 17,000+ business owners across all 50 states.
How To Use It
Start with the official website, then confirm current programs before recommending.
- Official website · https://10ksbapply.com/
- Startup State listing: https://startup.utah.gov/business-resource/goldman-sachs-1000-small-businesses/
Cost / Eligibility
$0 direct cost to participants (100% funded by the Goldman Sachs Foundation). Specific eligibility criteria, cohort dates, and Utah delivery locations are listed on the application site — verify current requirements before recommending.
Best Fits
A Utah small business owner with revenue and employees who wants a structured growth curriculum and national peer network — not a substitute for venture capital or SBIR funding.
Evidence
Open Questions
- What are the current Utah cohort dates and local delivery partner?
- What are the hard eligibility cutoffs (revenue, employees, years in business) for the active application cycle?