San Francısco
Disability Business Alliance
“Empowerment through Entrepreneurship”
San Francisco Disability Business Alliance (SFDBA) helps individuals with disabilities achieve economic self-sufficiency through small business ownership and entrepreneurship.
By providing access to business development support, nurturing entrepreneurial initiatives, guiding with registrations and certifications, and by advocating for effective local government policies, SFDBA ensures that individuals with disabilities have an equal and inclusive opportunity to make their mark in the business world and that the Bay Area benefits fully from the expertise, diversity, and innovation these businesses and individuals have to offer.
What we do
Inspire people with disabilities to start their own business
Empower them through training, counseling, mentoring and access to an incubator space
Build a powerful and integrated community to exchange ideas and collaborate
Advocate for programs and policies to better serve and support disabled-owned businesses
“One in ten San Franciscans currently identify with having at least one disability that affects their day to day lives.”
Who we serve
Business owners - Seeking counseling, assistance and resources to develop, grow and sustain your business? Join SFDBA Disability-Owned Business EnAbler program.
Aspiring entrepreneurs - Looking for inspiration, mentorship, and tangible resources to help launch your business? Join SFDBA Future Entrepreneur Cohort program.
Success Stories
Meet some of our allies with disabilities owning thriving businesses in San Francisco and the Bay Area. Learn their stories exemplifying resilience, creativity, and a commitment to serving their communities.
“Create a difference even though you are different
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“Make yourself uncomfortable to grow your success
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Join us our FoundAble Speaker Series or our next Bay Area Disability Entrepreneurship Event to hear their messages of hope, courage, and action.
Get involved!
Help build a powerful and integrated community of businesses owned and operated by people with disabilities. Find how you can help and contribute to the SFDBA mission and efforts.