U.S. Rep. Doris Matsui on Thursday will host a Sacramento workshop to help small business owners learn how to access federal stimulus funds and other resources.

Staff from the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Federal Technology Center will provide information about American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds and federal grants, and how both can help people who own small businesses or who are considering starting them, according to a press release put out by Matsui's office.

“Even in these challenging economic times, there are opportunities for entrepreneurs to start a new business here in Sacramento, or for existing business to help make ends meet, build off successful business models, and grow their business – all of which will help foster our economic recovery and create new jobs for Sacramentans,” Matsui said in a prepared statement.

The workshop will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday at Sacramento City College, 3835 Freeport Blvd. Federal government employees will discuss federal government contracts and business counsel resources to help small businesses.

Panelists will discuss how to get financing, starting small businesses and business planning. Participants also will have an opportunity to network with people from government, banks and local businesses.

Space is limited. Those interested must RSVP with Matsui's Sacramento office at (916) 498-5600.