DATABASES

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The Library has helpful online and in-library databases and resources to help you grow your small business or nonprofit. To access these resources, all you need is your Toledo Lucas County Public Library card! Databases are organized in alphabetical order below.

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NOTE: Most small business and nonprofit databases are available 24-7 with your Library card from the convenience of your own home, except where otherwise noted.

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Business Book Summaries

Provides concise yet comprehensive summaries of the best business books. Summaries also available in Chinese, French, German and Spanish.

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Business Source Premier

Resource for business, including management, economics, finance, accounting, international business and more with full-text journals. Self-guided video

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D&B Hoovers

Allows the user to gain a deeper understanding of market opportunities and make informed decisions by analyzing data from a wide variety of sources.

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Foundation Directory Online

Information on U.S. Foundations providing up-to-date funding knowledge and insight on the social sector to fuel any fundraising mission. Only available inside the Library. Self-guided video

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Gale eBooks

Access books and publications within arts, biography, business, education, the environment, history, LGBTQ, medicine, multicultural studies, race, and civil rights. Self-guided video

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Gale Legal Forms

Downloadable Ohio legal forms covering hundreds of legal subjects and issues. Many forms offered in Spanish. Self-guided video

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GuideStar

Philanthropic research report database designed to fill in the knowledge gaps you need to find the best charities to which to donate. Only available inside the Library.

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LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning offers unlimited access to courses in business, technology, creative, engineering, time management, computer skills, data analysis, and programming / development. Using the LinkedIn Learning app: iOS or Android First time app: OH0215 Self-guided video

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Mergent Archives

Contains reports and documents from and on global companies and corporate industry (industrial, transportation, public utility, OTC).

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Mergent Intellect

Access private and public U.S. and international business data, industry news, executive contact information, residential data, demographics, and consumer data.

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Plunkett Research Online

Offers business intelligence, industry trends, market research, stats, leads, plus company contacts for over 30 different major industries and tips for job seekers.

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Reference Solutions

Find new business opportunities, executives, companies, news articles, job searches, research papers, addresses, phone numbers, and market research. Self-guided video

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Regional Business News

Contains full-text articles from 75 journals, newspapers and newswires about businesses from across the U.S.

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Small Business Source

Watch videos and browse sources on a variety of business areas from accounting to marketing to operations. Includes eBooks from NOLO guides on small business topics. Self-guided video

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Looking for additional databases? Find the full list of Toledo Library offerings here.

Database assistance

These databases and resources can be used on-own, but if you’d like extra help our specialist librarians would be happy to assist you. Visit our Meet With Us page to make an appointment, or contact us at business@toledolibrary.org.

NOTE: Most small business and nonprofit databases are available 24-7 with your Library card from the convenience of your own home, except where otherwise noted.