Small Business and Mentoring and Development

Philadelphia’s small businesses power our neighborhoods and shape the city’s economic future. Yet many face systemic barriers that prevent them from scaling, hiring, or participating in institutional procurement opportunities.

The Temple SBM&D was created to change that.

This program is a strategic initiative of Temple University designed to help small, Philadelphia-based businesses grow their operational capacity, strengthen regulatory compliance, and gain access to contract opportunities with the University. Through a combination of personalized mentorship, technical assistance, and institutional engagement, the program prepares participants to become confident, competitive vendors for Temple and beyond.

By aligning our campus growth with the success of local entrepreneurs, Temple is building a more inclusive, resilient supply chain—one that reflects the diversity, creativity, and talent of our city.

📍 Based in Philadelphia? This program is for you.