Call on REAP when you are thinking of starting a small business or if you already operate a small business in Nebraska.

Through REAP you can create a business plan, research potential markets and marketing ideas, discuss management issues with experienced business specialists, and apply for a small business loan.

Started in 1990, REAP has provided services to numerous micro/small businesses throughout Nebraska. (A micro business is defined as one with 10 or fewer employees.) We've placed over $7 million in loans and leveraged over $13 million in additional funds from other sources.

Events Microenterprise Tax Credits, Sales Tax Changes The Nebraska Department of Revenue has announced their Spring 2012 Tax Seminars. Seminars are offered as a free service by the department, though the facility may charge a fee. Early registration is recommended.

Spotlight on Business Young Entrepreneurs Satisfy Their Thirst Loop Brewing Co., LLC is owned and operated by Tyler Ray Loop, Tyler Sue Loop, and Adam Siegfried. The brewpub serves specialty craft beer, brick oven pizza, and much more! The company started in 2011, but the idea started brewing back in 2008. Meet Gina and Bradley Babb of Ord, Nebraska. In 2008 they took over Brad's family business with the crucial help of Rural Enterprise Assistance Program (REAP). They were featured in a documentary produced by the Association for Enterprise Opportunity to demonstrate the importance of microenterprise development across America.