Small Business Resource Center
Small Business Resource Center
Open for your business
The Small Business Resource Center is located on the Lower Level of our Main Library and provides the timely and reliable business information you need to start, manage, and grow your business.
Small Business Resources
How do you turn your unique idea into a successful small business? Our Small Business Resource Center has loads of resources to help you plan, start, and grow your business.
Business Research Consultation
Call 616.988.5400 or contact the Business Librarian for a consultation. You can also request business research assistance.
Resume Review
Need help with your resume? Upload your resume, and get feedback from the Business Librarian. This service is available to the City of Grand Rapids patrons and the residents of Kent County.
Nonprofit Resources
As a Funding Information Network member, we maintain a library of databases, directories, indexes, and guides to help you find your way through the funding maze.
Small Business Newsletter
Sign up for our Small Business Resource Center newsletter. Read interviews, book reviews, and more.
Small Business News
Interview with Carlos Martinez | People First Economy
Interview With Roy Messing | Center for Employee Ownership
Book Review: "Slow Productivity
Small Business Databases
Legal Source
Foundation Grants to Individuals
Foundation Directory Professional
Statista
FAQs
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This service is for GRPL, KDL, and LLC patrons.
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Find commonly used bus routes to each library location below.
- Main Library - All bus routes.
- Madison Square Branch - Bus Route #3
- Ottawa Hills Branch - Bus Route #5
- Seymour Branch - Bus Route #4
- Van Belkum Branch - Bus Route #11
- West Leonard Branch - Bus Route #7
- West Side Branch - Bus Route #9
- Yankee Clipper Branch - Bus Route #15
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Faxing, copying, & scanning services are currently free and are limited to 50 pages per week. If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback or call 616.988.5400, option 2.
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Yes! Faxing, copying, & scanning services are currently free and are limited to 50 pages per week. To have your documents faxed, copied or scanned, speak with a staff member at any GRPL location.
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Yes! You can use our curbside service, GRPL To Go, to enjoy nearly contactless printing, faxing, and scanning at our West Leonard, Yankee Clipper and Seymour branches during open hours. Learn more about GRPL To Go.
