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Grants Available to Organizations Assisting Entrepreneurs Applications for latest round of Entrepreneurship Partner Grants open Jan. 6. MADISON, WI.
JAN. 2, 2025 – Organizations that support Wisconsin entrepreneurs will be able to apply for the latest round of Entrepreneurship Partner Grants (EPG) from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) beginning Jan. 6.
The deadline for applications is Jan. 31. This round of funding will focus on prioritizing new partners and new programs and aims to enhance support for underrepresented entrepreneurs in underserved areas.
Programs that serve underserved founder populations or operate in rural communities, smaller cities, or emerging entrepreneurial hubs. Programs focusing on underserved populations— such as people of color, women, the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and rural residents —are encouraged to apply.
Organizations that have not received funding through the EPG program since fiscal year 2022 or that bring new, innovative program models are encouraged to apply. The maximum grant award is $200,000. Grants are awarded to programs based on factors such as the number of entrepreneurs served, the cost effectiveness, and the impact on improving the entrepreneurial journey in Wisconsin.
WEDC will announce grant award winners in May. “Entrepreneurs often need help to be able to thrive and succeed,” said Missy Hughes, secretary and CEO of WEDC, the state’s lead economic development agency. “By focusing on new partners or areas with limited access to support, WEDC is helping to create a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem in our state.
” WEDC will host a webinar on Jan. 6 to provide an overview of the program and guidance on the application process. To learn more or register, visit: https://wedc.
org/epg-webinar . The EPG program is for nonprofits, communities, and other eligible organizations that are working to support entrepreneurs. The grants can help these nonprofits pay for things such as entrepreneurship training, mentors, seed accelerators, technical assistance, and more.
For more information about EPG program, visit: https://wedc. org/programs/entrepreneurship-partner-grant/ To begin the application process, contact Cat Johnson, entrepreneurship and innovation specialist at catherine. johnson@wedc.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Organizations that support Wisconsin entrepreneurs, including nonprofits, communities, and other eligible organizations operating nonprofit entrepreneurship assistance programs in Wisconsin. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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Ignite Wisconsin is a grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) that funds regional consortiums working to grow startup ecosystems and entrepreneurial activity across Wisconsin. The program invests in collaborative efforts to build robust innovation infrastructure, support early-stage companies, and strengthen regional networks of investors, mentors, and entrepreneurs. Past awards include $950,000 to the Wisconsin Frontier Technology Consortium. Eligible applicants are regional consortiums focused on expanding startup ecosystems throughout the state. The most recent application deadline was October 31, 2025. Check the WEDC website for information on future solicitation cycles and eligibility requirements for Ignite Wisconsin funding.
7 Rivers Small Business Revitalization Grant Program is a grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), administered by the 7 Rivers Alliance, that provides micro-grants of up to $10,000 directly to small businesses in Western Wisconsin, with a focus on rural communities. Funded through a $250,000 WEDC Small Business Development Grant, eligible uses include equipment and technology upgrades, building improvements, façade renovations, new signage, and startup working capital or rent assistance for up to three months. Applicants must participate in up to 20 hours of ongoing education, mentorship, or technical assistance, though businesses may substitute a 10% cash match in lieu of technical assistance. This program targets small businesses looking to stabilize, modernize, or launch operations in underserved rural communities across the 7 Rivers region of Wisconsin.
Small Business Development Grant Program is a grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) that funds economic development organizations, membership organizations, municipalities, Tribal governments, and counties to support small business growth across Wisconsin. The program provides financial incentives for communities to develop innovative programs that broaden access to capital for small businesses, including matching grant programs for startups, façade improvements, and expansion, as well as financing for firms with fewer than 25 full-time employees. WEDC has allocated $1.5 million for fiscal year 2026, with individual grants ranging from $50,000 to $250,000. No matching funds are required, though applications providing match receive additional scoring points. First-time applicants and projects in rural or distressed areas receive priority consideration.
The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to four (4) Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) that will provide entrepreneurial development services to Native American communities, focusing on supplying services to socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing SBA resources. Eligible applicants must be Tribal Colleges and Universities as defined in the Higher Education Act HEA 316 (U.S.C. 1059c). Funding Opportunity Number: SB-GC7J-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.007. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,ED. Award Amount: Up to $250K per award.
The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to two (2) private, non-profit organizations that will provide entrepreneurial development services to women, with an emphasis on socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing WBCs for the District of Columbia (DC) and the State of Oregon. There will be one award for each location. Eligible applicants must be private, non-profit organizations with 501(c) tax exempt status from the U.S. Treasury’s Internal Revenue Service and must provide services to the District of Columbia (DC) and State of Oregon. Funding Opportunity Number: SB-OEDWB-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.043. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,CD,RD. Award Amount: $75K – $150K per award.
Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs Phase I is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The USDA SBIR/STTR programs support small businesses in creating innovative, disruptive technologies with commercial potential or societal benefit, including projects dealing with agriculturally-related manufacturing and alternative and renewable energy technologies. Specialty tubing could be relevant for agricultural equipment or renewable energy systems.