Goodwill Omaha on North 72nd runs free YouthBuild, Veterans Career Services, and Adult Career Services programs — paid training in retail, IT support, and CDL trucking with case management. Call 402-341-4609 to schedule an intake; donations and store revenue underwrite the free training.
402-341-4609 · 4805 N 72nd St, Omaha, NE 68134
NEF, in addition to lending, runs business-readiness training for women entrepreneurs — bookkeeping, marketing, and tax basics — that doubles as preparation for loan applications. Mothers planning a side business or microenterprise should call 402-595-0504 to schedule a no-cost coaching session before applying for credit.
402-595-0504 · Omaha, NE
Heartland Workforce Solutions is the Workforce Innovation Board for Douglas, Sarpy, and Washington counties; its Ames Avenue center delivers WIOA Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth services. Mothers laid off or seeking certification scholarships should call 402-444-4700 for an eligibility interview.
402-444-4700 · 5752 Ames Ave, Omaha, NE 68104
The SBA Nebraska District Office in Omaha (402-221-4691) is the federal hub for SBA-backed loans (7(a), 504, microloans), the SBDC network, and contracting certifications including the Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) program. Office hours are weekdays 8-5; most counseling is delivered through partner SBDCs.
402-221-4691 · Omaha, NE